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82 - Anthropomorphic statuette, Massim region, Papua New Guinea
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€800 - 1,200Sale fees
Anthropomorphic statuette, Massim region, Papua New Guinea Height: 11.5 cm Wood and pigments. This anthropomorphic figure depicts a crouching figure, a pose frequently seen in the art of the Massim region. The vigor of its modeling and the balance of its composition illustrate the talent of the sculptors of this region, where human representations played an important role in ceremonial life and ritual practices. Through the simplicity of its treatment and the power of its expression, this work is fully in keeping with the rich sculptural tradition of the Massim. Provenance: Brussels gallery.
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