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Ancient Washkuk Roof Panel of a Men's House Kwoma

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Ancient Washkuk Roof Panel of a Men's House Kwoma: Origin: Papua New Guinea Date:2nd half 20th century Materials: Tree bark palm Size: 60 x 34 cm Additional Info: Roof pane used for a men's house of Washkuk area The panel is made from the inner bark o

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Ancient Head Figure for Yam Ceremony Kwoma: Ancient Head Figure for Yam Ceremony Kwoma Papua New Guinea 1970 Wood 33 cm Great old Kwoma Washkuk figure with tribal hook, Papua New Guinea The head was carved with primitive materials, the main por

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Ancient Washkuk Roof Panel of a Men's House Kwoma

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Ancient Washkuk roof panel of a men's house - Kwoma - Papua New Guinea Mid 20th century Bark 45 x 38 cm Roof pane used for a men's house of Washkuk area. The panel is made from the inner bark of palm tree and painted with clan symbols. Important decisions were made in the men's house, and it was therefore richly decorated. Good condition with all original details. Sold without stand.

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