ANCESTRAL FIGURE, Murik Lakes, Papua New Guinea

Murik Lakes, Papua New Guinea. This is a small but very detailed figure, with a large head and intricatly carved body. It is protective, to keep away evil spells or evil spirits.

Ancestor figures are generally used in houses, and being the image of an ancestor, are believed to protect the house and people inside from evil spirits or spells. Size: 32 cm (height) 6.8 c (width).

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