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Oceanic Art Ceremonial Lime Container of The Iatmul - Sepik River, Papua New Guinea. Mid 20th

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Oceanic Art Ceremonial Lime Container of The Iatmul - Sepik River, Papua New Guinea. Mid 20th

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Oceanic Art Ceremonial Lime Container of The Iatmul - Sepik River, Papua New Guinea. Mid 20th century. With bamboo and reed base, and lid surmounted by a crocodile bird and female figure, with a wood base. Condition: some chips and slight damages to the crocodile, tooth damaged. Dimensions: H. 51” x W. 3.5”

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Oceanic Art Ceremonial Lime Container of The Iatmul - Sepik River, Papua New Guinea. Mid 20th

Name: Oceanic Art Ceremonial Lime Container of The Iatmul - Sepik River, Papua New Guinea. Mid 20th
SKU: 132692531
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock