Yam Mask, Mask, Oceania, Primitive Art, Oceanic Art, Tribal Art, Basketry, 32 Cm
A beautiful yam mask made of woven rush and natural pigments. Collected in the village of Maprik in Papua New Guinea. Yam masks are used to adorn the finest yams selected at harvest time. This woven mask represents the head of the yam, a highly symbolic way of demonstrating that these sacred tubers do indeed have a soul... Evoking the head of a bird. Sold with a display stand. Free shipping to Europe.
480 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Width: 18 cm
Height: 32 cm
Depth: 16 cm
Reference (ID): 1782820
Availability: In stock
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