Description: New Guinea Artifact of Male Figure Standing with Hands to the Chin Tribal Carving Sculpture –Lot F10Up for sale is this primitive Asmat Male Figure standing on a base with legs slightly apart, the hands to the chin. Body is decorated with incised ornamentation. Hand carved from a single piece of wood with traces of lime, red ochre and charcoal. Old inventory numbers on the back (20). Provenance: Private collection. Collected in the early 1970s during anexpedition through the rivers of the West Papua New Guinea Region and selectedprior to New Guinean regulations limiting the export of art. This artifact has been kept in storage for over 40 years andit's been offered for sale for the first time since collected.Condition: This piece is hand carvedby Asmat Tribesmen. This artifact is in good condition possibly part of anotherpiece; it might exhibit signs ofenvironmental exposure, insect degradation or utilitarian use, chips, naturalwood splits, patina, polish from handling and old repairs that are consistentwith its age.Sold as is. Please view detailed photos as part of the description for overallquality, scratches, splits and imperfections. It would make a wonderfuladdition for the avid collector. Size: Ininches: 24” H x 5-1/2” W x 5-1/2” D Weight: Approximately 1.10 Lbs. plus shipping Carton.Remarks: Thisitem would make a wonderful addition for the avid collector of Asmat Art. Similar items can be found at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art. IMPORTANT: This item is described to itsprovenance and authenticity and dates as much as we know, it's mentioned in thedescription, with no intent to deceive OR MISREPRESENT if we miss a detail thatis unknown to us. We guarantee its authenticity. Minor scuffs, scratches, scrapes, marks, nicks, cracks, etc., which don't affect the functionality of the item are normal in any previously owned, antique, vintage item and are to be expected.While every effort is made to determine provenance and authenticity, itis the responsibility of the Buyer to arrive at their own conclusion prior topurchasing.Payment Terms: Weaccept all major credit cards and PayPal.Shipping and Handling: Shipping is available for the contiguous 48 U.S. states. If you live outside this range please contact us for shipping prices. International Shipping is also available where allowed by law. See Calculator when available. All buyers, specifically for International shipping, are responsible for any taxes, duty, import, etc. fees.Please Note: All Sales are Final and Sold as Is, Where Is. Returns are Not Accepted.THANKS FOR LOOKING!
Price: 225 USD
Location: Helendale, California
End Time: 2023-12-09T23:04:54.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Provenance: Private Collection
Country/Region of Manufacture: Papua New Guinea
Handmade: Yes
Modified Item: No
