Papua new Guinea Mask Abelam Yam Woven Mask

This a fabulous woven natural pigment Abelam Headdress Yam Mask from the Abelam Tribe of the East Sepik in Papua New Guinea. A man's social status is determined largely by his success in growing long yams. This mask is a unique example of Papua New Guinea art and the meaning it has in their lives.

A perfect adornment for your home or to add to your collection. Late20th-Century COMES ON STAND The mask shows age and Natural Wear 32.5 Inches Tall on Stand 30 Inches Tall 6 Inches Wide Face 9.5 Inches Wide Middle 1.5 Inches Wide Top 6 3/4 Inches Deep AT BACARA WE STAND BEHIND ALL OF OUR MERCHANDISE. YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR MAIN GOAL, AND WE THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING AT BACARA. This item is in the category "Antiques\Ethnographic\Pacific Islands & Oceania". The seller is "bacara-online" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Color: Multi-Color
Style: Pacific Islands & Oceania
Maker: Abelam
Material: Fiber
Original/Reproduction: Original