Early to Mid-20th Century Tribal Abelam Bapa Helmet Mask, Papua New Guinea
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Early to Mid-20th Century Tribal Abelam Bapa Helmet Mask, Papua New Guinea
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early to Mid-20th Century
- Condition:Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Native repair of lower edge.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: ZK#73731stDibs: LU177825276073
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