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

Cult figure, sculpture, tribal art, Papua New Guinea, Oceanian art, Oceania
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<meta charset="UTF-8" />Minja type figure collected in the village of Nagri in Papua New Guinea (Washkuk Mountains). The Minja figure represents a water spirit and is synonymous with fertility. This figure, which symbolizes the period of growth of the yam in the ground, is used to celebrate the harvest of these sacred tubers during a second ceremony in a cycle which includes three. Raw wood. Sold with a presentation base. Approx. 109 x 23 cm / €550 base and shipping costs included.

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Style Tribal Art (Oceanic Statues, Carving, Cult Figures of Tribal Art Style)
Period 20th century (Oceanic Statues, Carving, Cult Figures 20th century)
Country of origin Papua New Guinea
Width (cm) 23 cm
Height (cm) 109 cm
Materials Wood
Shipping Time Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days
Location 22700, louannec, France
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