Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

May 0409, 2019
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LOT 110

Lot 110

Sepik River Figural Food Hook, Papua New Guinea

Sepik River Figural Food Hook, Papua New Guinea
Lot 110 Details
Sepik River Figural Food Hook, Papua New Guinea

carved wood with natural pigment and applied cowrie shell eyes
height 16.5 in — 41.9 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $180
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Sepik River Figural Food Hook, Papua New Guinea
  • Sepik River Figural Food Hook, Papua New Guinea

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 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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