Yam mask
Abelam people, Papua New Guinea
Woven and coiled cane with natural pigment
Early 20th century
26" tall by 7" wide
Yam masks were used ceremonially to adorn specially grown large yams. Previously in the John Haley collection and published in the book "Artist As Collector" item #60, 1975
$1500

 

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