Ritual Pottery, Flute, Papua New Guinea, Oceania, Primitive Art, Oceanic Art

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Object description :

"Ritual Pottery, Flute, Papua New Guinea, Oceania, Primitive Art, Oceanic Art"

Kwoma pottery collected in the Washkuk hills area in Papua New Guinea, involved in a fertility cult linked to the yam harvest, and used as a ceremonial flute. The shape of this pottery is reminiscent of the yam itself, a sacred tuber. Terracotta entirely sculpted and showing stylized faces throughout. Engraved terracotta sold with a presentation base. 12.5 cm x 5.5 cm / €250 base and shipping costs included.

Price: 250 €

Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition

Material: Terracotta
Width: 5,5 cm
Height: 12,5 cm

Reference: 1311176