Kairiru Island, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea

A charming Kairiru betel mortar. Carved from light hard wood, in shallow elongated form, with two of what we were informed are flying fox heads at each end. The outer surface of the bowl decorated with abstract motif, the inside nicely betel stained. Glossy handling patina, in excellent condition. Mid 20th Century

Length: 15 cm or 6 inches.

Price: SOLD