Papua New Guinea Biwat Yuat River Flute Stopper Mask
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Description
A Papua New Guinea Biwat Yuat River Lower Sepik Region (early-20th Century) large form Flute Stopper stopper Mask clay, wood, cassowary feathers, nassa shells, cowrie shells, boar tusks, natural fiber depicting spirit entire mask is lined in cowrie shells that are inset into clay with natural fiber beard and border, eye and mouth openings, natural pigment red tone paint.
Condition
Good condition several repairs, some shells missing, missing feathers.
Dimensions
24 x 15 x 9 in
Buyer's Premium
- 20%
Papua New Guinea Biwat Yuat River Flute Stopper Mask
Estimate $500 - $1,000
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