Body Art, Tribal Art, Oceanic Art, Pacific Art, Papuan Art, Approx. 93 Cm.
A rare body ornament depicting a face made of numerous cowrie shells and Coix lacryma-jobi seeds—known as “Job’s tears”—sewn onto beaten bark (perhaps from a banyan tree?). This type of decoration is displayed on the dancer’s back during traditional ceremonies. From the Middle Sepik area in Papua New Guinea. Single piece sold with a display stand. Approx 93 x 28 cm / 850€ stand and shipping costs included for Europe.
850 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Width: 28 cm
Height: 93 cm
Reference (ID): 1806832
Availability: In stock
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