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| Item Code: |
t2548 |
| Description: |
An exceptionally old and rare Upper Sepik garamut terminal, carved with stylized faces in relief.
The carved surface is worn though the images are still clearly visible; the wood exhibits the typical dessication and splitting that is indicative of such great age in Melanesian wooden objects.
Ex Alex Philips, Melbourne; ex Mann Collection, Melbourne.
Presented on a custom steel display mount. |
| Origin: |
Circa first half of the 19th century, Iwam or Kubka peoples, Upper Sepik region, New Guinea. |
| Dimensions: |
Length: 92 cm / Width: 29 cm / Height: 25 cm |
| Price: |
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$
3,250.00 |
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$
2,275.00 |
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€
1,722.50 |
| Status: |
Available |
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Ancient Art and Antiquities