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West Papua Wood Ancestor Figure Post, Oversized Head, Openwork Arms

West Papua Wood Ancestor Figure Post, Oversized Head, Openwork Arms

Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Western New Guinea. A carved wooden ancestral figural post, featuring an oversized head with angular facial planes, openwork arms, and a weathered surface from age and use. The sides of the post are drilled with holes, likely from mounting. Size: 4.75" W x 23" H (12.1 cm x 58.4 cm); 25" H (63.5 cm) on included custom stand. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. Item # 200172

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