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Exceptional set of 3 Ceremonial Objects from Papua New Guinea

$4,665.64per item
£3,505.54per item
€3,950per item
CA$6,424.63per item
A$7,190.34per item
CHF 3,763.89per item
MX$87,349.66per item
NOK 47,791.82per item
SEK 45,099.75per item
DKK 30,063.43per item
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About the Item

An exceptional set of 3 Shell objects from Papua New Guinea, made as ornaments used in the hair or as decoration of the body, decorated with hand carved figures made out of coconut or wood, small shells and fibres, good patina and shine of the shells, warm color, very decorative set 24 cm high x 12 cm wide x 6 cm deep 23 cm high x 10 cm wide x 6 cm deep 24 cm high x 11 cm wide x 6 cm deep
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Schellebelle, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1956343571982

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