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New Guinea Asmat Large Serving Platter with Ancestor Head on top

About the Item

New Guinea, Indonesia from the Asmat people a large serving platter with ancestor head on top, crested with bird head. Scooped out inside with coating of white pigments. Outside with red, black and white pigments. ex- CA collection, Created mid 20th century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 52 in (132.08 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Encrustation from traditional native use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SMCC#771stDibs: LU1778236835152

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