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Papua New Guinea Wood Carving from Upper Sepik
This is a colourful wood carving from Swagap or Kupkein Villages on the Upper Sepik River Area of Papua New Guinea. Its deeply incised design combining stylised heads with abstract patterns is picked out in yellow, white and back ochre. These 'spirit or gope boards' as they were known were used by the clans in large scale displays, though this particular carving was most likely made specifically to trade with visitors in the mid 20th century or later.
In the last photograph it is shown with two other carvings acquired from the same source and, presumably, purchased in Papua New Guinea at a similar time.
Dimensions: Height 104 x Width 30 x Thickness 2.5 cm
Weight 1.9 kg
Condition: Very good vintage condition.
Postage & packing: This can be posted in the UK for £15. We can also deliver to international destinations at reasonable cost - please contact us for a quote.
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Lamberhurst
Kent, England
Tel : 07931 370 372
Non UK callers : +44 7931 370 372
In the last photograph it is shown with two other carvings acquired from the same source and, presumably, purchased in Papua New Guinea at a similar time.
Dimensions: Height 104 x Width 30 x Thickness 2.5 cm
Weight 1.9 kg
Condition: Very good vintage condition.
Postage & packing: This can be posted in the UK for £15. We can also deliver to international destinations at reasonable cost - please contact us for a quote.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 25/APR/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Period Mid 20th Century Antiques
Material Hardwood
Origin Polynesia
Item code as1016a577
Status Sold
£165.00 
$206.07 
€192.37 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 25/APR/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Shipping information
We have a trusted delivery man who is a experienced in transporting antiques, pictures and fragile items. He can deliver to most places on mainland England and Wales and, depending on where he is on his schedule, it may take a few days or up to 4 weeks. Other couriers are available for Scotland and North Wales or where a shorter time frame is required. Purchases can also be collected in person from the Tunbridge Wells area in SE England.
View all stock from
Torr Antiques & Decorative Arts
Private dealerBy appointment only
Lamberhurst
Kent, England
Tel : 07931 370 372
Non UK callers : +44 7931 370 372
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