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Papuan Gulf New Guinea Bioma Standing Red/White Figure Tod Barlin col

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Papua New Guinea standing figure from the Bioma peoples with raised designs, stylized classic face, and additional face in stomach. Mounted on custom metal and wood base. traces of original pigments. Created mid 20th century or earlier. figure is 10 1/2 inches high. On custom base, total height 22 3/4 inches Provenance: From early CA USA collection, previously Todd Barlin, Australia. Label TB 1528, Papuan Gulf Figure.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Width: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Vintage piece with wear from traditional use and handling.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SM1043911stDibs: LU1778237317622

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