Papua New Guinea Sepik River Valley Polychromed Gable Mask

Item Details

Sepik Region, Papua New Guinea
Gable mask, 20th century
Wood, cassowary feathers, cowrie shells, horn, pigment, natural fibers
Presented on a metal stand

Condition

- abrasions, accretions, pigment loss, broken fibers, shells, and horns; bent and warped feathers; other signs of wear possible.

Dimensions

- measurements include stand.

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Item #

ITMGS39531