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Nissan Island, Papua New Guinea Basket

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Description

Papua New Guinea basket from Nissan Island, this the largest of the "green islands" off the coast, some 200 km northwest of Bougainville. This type of basket was used by women to catch small fish in the shallow lagoon off the bay. Very fine construction. Ex-Michael Hamson.50 cm/ 20 inches high x 28 cm/ 11 in diameter at base.

Condition

good, some loss at tip of basket handle

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Nissan Island, Papua New Guinea Basket

Name: Nissan Island, Papua New Guinea Basket
SKU: 49306333
Price: 700 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $700 - $1,000

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Starting Price $300

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