Baining Mask, New Britain, Papua New Guinea, Oceanic Art, Tribal Art, 187 Cm
Baining woman's mask collected in the village of Keravat in Papua New Guinea. Three-dimensional mask that danced during an initiation ceremony of the Bainnig ethnic group in northern New Britain. This traditional dance takes place around a huge fire full of embers. Wood, paper mulberry bark or tapa, stretched over a wicker frame, leaves, natural pigments, pencils and markers. Sold with a presentation base. Traces of use. Approx. 187 x 24 cm / €550 including base and shipping.
550 €
Period: 21st century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Width: 24 cm
Height: 187 cm
Reference (ID): 1568299
Availability: In stock
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