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Lot no. 36
AIRE MASSIM, Papua New Guinea.
Wood, old polychromy.
Ornament for the bow of the "Munkuris" or "maan" pirogues. It is carved with humanoid motifs and stylised bird heads, forming endless interlacing patterns. Attached to the end of the elongated bow, the munkuris provide magical and spiritual protection for the pirogue.
Length: 50 cm. Width: 25 cm.
Provenance: Former Dutch Collection.
See original version (French) Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Pictures credits: Contact organization
African, American and Oceanic Art
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