Mundugumor wusear flute spirit figure, ex Klejman, likely 19th/20th c., Papua New Guinea, East Sepik, Yuat River region, wood, painted shell, Cassowary feathers, modeled as a stylized human figure with large head and domed forehead, mounted on custom wood plinth, 15"h (figure), 17"h x 5.25"w x 4"d (with base)

Provenance: Property from the Estate of Martin Wright; Acquired from John. J. Klejman, New York, May 31, 1968

Good, fine patina, scattered nicks and small wood looses around head **Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.