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83 - Two pig figurines, Massim region, Papua New Guinea
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€700 - 1,000Sale fees
Two pig figurines, Massim region, Papua New Guinea Length: 26 and 28 cm Wood and pigments. The pig played a central role in the societies of the Massim region, where it was one of the primary symbols of wealth and prestige. These two figurines offer a stylized interpretation of the pig, characteristic of local craftsmanship, combining great simplicity of form with remarkable quality of workmanship. Provenance: Brussels gallery.
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