Baining Mask, New Britain, Papua New Guinea, Oceanic Art, Tribal Art, 109 Cm
Big Baining mask, known as "kavat" in the vernacular. Large, three-dimensional mask. Danced during an initiation ceremony of the Baining ethnic group in northern New Britain. 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. 109 x 39 x 49 cm / €1,000 including base and shipping.
1 000 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Other
Width: 39 cm
Height: 109 cm
Depth: 49 cm
Reference (ID): 1638277
Availability: In stock
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