"Baining Mask, New Britain, Papua New Guinea, Oceanic Art, Tribal Art, 31,5 X 22,8 X 22 Inch"
Large Baining mask called "kavat" in the vernacular. Large three-dimensional mask. Danced during an initiation ceremony of the Bainning ethnic group in northern New Britain in Papua New Guinea. This traditional dance takes place around a huge fire full of embers. Wood, paper mulberry bark called tapa, stretched over a wicker frame, natural pigments and felt-tip pens. Field photo by Serge GUIRAUD. Base on request only. Approx. 80 x 58 x 56 cm / €1,000 / free shipping for Europe / USA €300. Base on request.