The William (Billy) Jamieson Collection Online Auction of Tribal Art and Weapons

May 01, 2014

LOT 245

Lot 245

Papua New Guinea Asmat Spirit Costume, 20th century

Papua New Guinea Asmat Spirit Costume, 20th century
Lot 245 Details
Papua New Guinea Asmat Spirit Costume, 20th century

possibly Atekamekamat, of woven hemp and sago leaf frond construction with carved wood eyes, the body ochre and white painted geometric pattern, mounted on stand
height 57.5" — 146.1 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $6,360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Papua New Guinea Asmat Spirit Costume, 20th century
  • Papua New Guinea Asmat Spirit Costume, 20th century
Provenance:

Coppens Tribal Art, Belgium

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