Wood sculpture, tribal art, oceanic art, primitive arts, Papua New Guinea

Wood sculpture, tribal art, oceanic art, primitive arts, Papua New Guinea
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Ridge figure collected in the village of Yamok in Papua New Guinea. The ridge figures evoke the founding myths of the tribe and are displayed at each end of the roofs of the ceremonial huts. These sculptures commonly depict the primordial woman surrounded by totemic animals (here a bird - cockatoo? - and a crocodile). Sculpture mounted on a base.

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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) 15 cm
Height (cm) 122 cm
Materials Wood
Shipping Time Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days
Location 22700, louannec, France
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