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Large suspension hook made of dense wood and natural pigments collected in the village of Yamok in Papua New Guinea. Suspension hooks are hung from the logs that make up the structure of the huts in or under the house. Bilums (traditional Papuan bags), woven baskets and other containers holding food, weapons or traditional coins are hung from them. This helps keep food, fragile or sacred objects safe from vermin. Shown here is a representation of an ancestor, evoking totemic plants and animals. Sold with a presentation base. Traces of use. Approx. 109 x 29 cm / 1500€. base and shipping included.
Ref: 0OZLBALY9A