Wickerwork Bat, Cult Figure, Papua New Guinea, Tribal Art, 24 Cm (9,44 Inch)

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Object description :

"Wickerwork Bat, Cult Figure, Papua New Guinea, Tribal Art, 24 Cm (9,44 Inch)"

A strange half-man half-bat figure very finely braided (rushes), collected in the Wosera area in Papua New Guinea. This animal, endemic to Melanesia and known as the "Flying Fox," is associated with fertility and the women world in Papua New Guinea. Displayed and sold with a stand. Approx. 24 x 21 x 16 cm / €350 including stand and shipping within Europe.

Price: 350 €

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

Width: 24 cm
Height: 21 cm
Depth: 16 cm

Reference: 1646953
Availability: In stock