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Papua New Guinea Yipwon Ancestor Carving Iatmul People, Middle Sepik, Papua New Guinea 1960s or

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Papua New Guinea Yipwon Ancestor Carving Iatmul People, Middle Sepik, Papua New Guinea 1960s or

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Papua New Guinea Yipwon Ancestor Carving Iatmul People, Middle Sepik, Papua New Guinea 1960s or later. Carved thin openwork abstract Yipwon type charm used to promote successful hunting. Size 35-3/4 inches (91cm) high + custom mount. Ex Cambridgeshire UK estate. Big and decorative.

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good condition

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Papua New Guinea Yipwon Ancestor Carving Iatmul People, Middle Sepik, Papua New Guinea 1960s or

Name: Papua New Guinea Yipwon Ancestor Carving Iatmul People, Middle Sepik, Papua New Guinea 1960s or
SKU: 144852456
Price: 400 USD
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