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Biwat People Ancestral Mask Papua New Guinea, Circa 1980

About the Item

Biwat people mask from the Yuat river region middle Sepik river Papua New Guinea in nicely aged original rich surface color patina to wood, shells and natural fibers. Circa 1980. Look at all pictures and read condition report in comment section.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950-1980
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. old paper tag from family estate reads purchased in Hawaii 1986.
  • Seller Location:
    Rochester, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU961131549732
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