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Papua New Guinea Ancestral House Guardian

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Papua New Guinea Ancestral House Guardian

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Description

Carved and painted wood Ancestral House Guardian, circa 1950 with natural raffia ornamentation, 42.25 inches tall

Condition

cracking to the wood in the shield area and at base, restoration to base and crest otherwise stable

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Papua New Guinea Ancestral House Guardian

Name: Papua New Guinea Ancestral House Guardian
SKU: 55433527
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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