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Papua New Guinea Asmat Carved Wood Figure

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Papua New Guinea Asmat Carved Wood Figure

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Papua New Guinea Asmat carved wood figure; of a nude male with arms at side and feet turned inward; standing atop a wood base; with some pigment remaining; H: 20 1/2" (approx.)

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Papua New Guinea Asmat Carved Wood Figure

Name: Papua New Guinea Asmat Carved Wood Figure
SKU: 58705766
Price: 175 USD
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Estimate $150 - $250

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