Ethnographic Art & Artifacts

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July 20, 2023 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 17

Lot 17

Sepik River Wall Mask, Papua New Guinea, late 20th century

Sepik River Wall Mask, Papua New Guinea, late 20th century
Lot 17 Details
Sepik River Wall Mask, Papua New Guinea, late 20th century

carved wood with natural pigment, fiber decorations and cowrie shell inset eyes
height 27.25 in — 69.2 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $110.70
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Sepik River Wall Mask, Papua New Guinea, late 20th century
  • Sepik River Wall Mask, Papua New Guinea, late 20th century
  • Sepik River Wall Mask, Papua New Guinea, late 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Some dry cracks and minor wear to top of mask along with some loss to pigment and fiber.

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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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