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Cult figure, sculpture, tribal art, Papua New Guinea, Oceanian art, Oceania

Name: Cult figure, sculpture, tribal art, Papua New Guinea, Oceanian art, Oceania
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: AXGB8AQX0X
Price: 350 EUR
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Yipwon cult figure in blackened wood and natural pigments collected in the village of Sevenbuck in Papua New Guinea. The "yipwon" are powerful characters that are invoked before going on a hunt or to war. The spirit of the Yipwon will seek, find and finally guide the hunter to his prey. They are found only in the regions crossed by the Blackwater, Karawari and Korosameri rivers. Sculpture mounted on a base. Free shipping.

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Additional Information

Style	Tribal Art (Oceanic Statues, Carving, Cult Figures of Tribal Art Style)
Century	20th century (Oceanic Statues, Carving, Cult Figures 20th century)
Country of origin	Papua New Guinea
Width (cm)	5 cm
Height (cm)	98 cm
Depth (cm)	12 cm
Materials