Massim People, Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea

A wonderful old Massim lime spatula. Of extremely fine form, with a carved styalised avian terminal, incised curvilinear motifs with traces of lime infill. The spatula’s end is almost paper thin; with Lime residue clearly visible. In excellent condition. Late 19th to early 20th Century. Presented on a custom made display stand.
For an almost identical example; see “Massim Tribal Art Papua New Guinea” by Harry Beran - pp 19 figure 9.

Height: 34 cm or 13.5 inches.
Price: $400.00 AUD