Yena Cult Figure, Papua New Guinea, Oceanic Art, Primitive Art, Tribal Art, 118 Cm
Big cult figure called "Yena" collected in the Upper Sepik area in Papua New Guinea. Kwoma people. Yena figures are linked to the cult of yam. They are placed above a large pile of tubers during the first ceremony (there are 3 in total) organized at harvest time, and which aims to thank the ancestors for this sacred gift and ensure a good harvest the following year. Yena figures symbolize the period of planting yams in the ground. Hard wood, traces of pigments and paints. Beautiful piece sold with a base. 118 x 28 cm / 1200€ base included / Free shipping for France / 200€ Europe / 500€ USA.
1 200 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Solid wood
Width: 28 cm
Height: 118 cm
Reference (ID): 1577907
Availability: In stock
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