Maprik Area, East Sepik, Papua New Guinea

An old Abelam ancestor figure. Well carved from hard wood, the figure surmounted by a hornbill peering over his head. Muted natural pigment decoration, with a pierced nose and large exaggerated phallus. Weathered and encrusted patina, with a stable age split on the front side; in excellent condition. Mounted on a steel display stand.
Ex Ed Boylan, Gallery Primitive Queensland.

Height: 94 cm or 37 inches.
Price: Sold