Carved Figure Women Feeding Baby, Tribal Art Papua New Guinea. This vintage carved ancestral figure is a stunning piece of art from the Sepik River Tribes of Papua Guinea h. The intricate wood statue was carved from a single piece of hard wood, and is wearing a Ceremonial Helmet and Skirt, seated.
The woman is breast feeding a baby. The figure is 18 tall and has arm and leg bracelets or tattoos. It is an original tribal art piece from the Pacific Islands & Oceania culture. This piece is perfect for any ethnographic or antique collector looking for a unique and original piece to add to their collection.
The stunning statue is a unique addition to any collection. There is a crack on the back, which is clearly visible in the photos. Please examine the photos, and ask any questions.A Certificate of Authenticity (COA), signed by the Owner, will accompany this item. About the Owner: Dean Otteson. Otteson is an accomplished professional wood carver, art instructor, and educator.
In the 1980s he traveled to remote spots on the globe, in search of unique carvings for his thriving retail business. Offered for sale are items from his personal collection of unique tribal and primitive wood carvings. Otteson with indigenous villagers accompanies this listing.