North Coast, Madang Province, Papua New Guinea

An old and well loved betel mortar. Carved form hard wood in large proportions, the bowl and base with incised abstract motif, while four classic masked faces act as pillars. All over smooth encrusted handling patina, while the inside of the bowl is fully betel stained. Circa 1960′s in excellent condition

Height: 18 cm or 7 inches.

Price: $600.00 AUD