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Hand-carved wooden ancestor-style figure attributed to the Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea, mounted on a black metal display stand.
Features include an elongated nose, incised oval eyes, a towering pierced crest, and geometric carving across the torso, back, arms, legs, and cylindrical wooden pedestal. The wood displays warm brown coloring, visible grain, and variations in surface tone.
Approximate measurements:
• Overall height including stand: 11 inches
• Wooden carving height: 10 inches
• Display stand width: 1¾ inches
Pre-owned condition with surface wear, rubbing, scratches, small chips, and cracks/checking. Small losses are visible at the uppermost tip and some projecting crest points. Cracking and rough surface areas are present around the wooden pedestal beneath the feet. Please review all photographs, including the close-ups, for condition details.
Previously sale-cataloged as originating from the Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea. Exact age, maker, and wood species are unknown. Original ceremonial use and possible identification as a staff or paddle finial have not been verified.
Includes the exact wooden figure and black metal display stand pictured. Other background items are not included.
