Imposing gable mask, tribal art, Oceanic art, traditional art, basketry, 200 cm

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Imposing gable mask, tribal art, Oceanic art, traditional art, basketry, 200 cm

Name: Imposing gable mask, tribal art, Oceanic art, traditional art, basketry, 200 cm
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: TYB7ADM9UT
Price: 2500 EUR
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2.500 €

Period 20th century

Style Tribal Art

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From: 22700, louannec, France

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Large wicker and wood mask, known as a "gable mask," commonly hung above the gable end of one of the two entrances or near one of the openings or "windows" of the men's house. These masks are meant to protect the tribe from illness, misfortune, etc. A symbol of the protective woman, the mother, and the head of the communal house. This mask was collected in the Blackwater region of Papua New Guinea. Woven wicker, wood, cassowary feathers, plant fibers, and natural pigments. Display stand available upon request only. Approx. 200 x 112 x 33 cm / €2500 including shipping within Europe.

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Condition	Good
Style	Tribal Art (Oceanic Masks of Tribal Art Style)
Period	20th century (Oceanic Masks 20th century)
Country of origin	Papua New Guinea
Width (cm)	112
Height (cm)	200
Depth (cm)	32