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Papua New Guinea Carved Ancestral Spirit Gope Board, carved wood Tovei Village

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Papua New Guinea Carved Ancestral Spirit Gope Board, carved wood Tovei Village

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Description

(Older) Monumental Papua New Guinea Gope Ancestral Spirit Board, carved geometric details, colored with pigments. Marked 'Tovei Vil (village).' on reverse. Early 20th century.
30lbs Approx.
Measurements: 91 inches x 18 inches.
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Condition

Condition commensurate with age, use. some rubbing and wear to finish. Weathering, checking fractures. As found patina and wear.

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Papua New Guinea Carved Ancestral Spirit Gope Board, carved wood Tovei Village

Name: Papua New Guinea Carved Ancestral Spirit Gope Board, carved wood Tovei Village
SKU: 141146588
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $500

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