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Yipwon Figure, Papua New Guinea

$4,500
£3,368.18
€3,891.98
CA$6,240
A$6,989.60
CHF 3,633.82
MX$86,307.51
NOK 46,291.95
SEK 43,761.84
DKK 29,044.05
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Yiman (Alamblak) People, Southern Hills, Middle Sepik River 42 x 10 x 2 in. / 107 x 25 x 5 cm The Yipwon are the patron spirits of hunting and warfare.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42 in (106.68 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    Papua New Guinea
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    First Half 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MOG#Y1P1stDibs: LU1778245688172

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