Lot 60: A fine West Asmat shield, West new Guinea

Asmat, Irian Jaya; H: 73"

From Western Asmat territory, the shield with raised curvilinear designs in red and black against a white ground. The top with stylized head of a turtle or rayfish. The back with large handle, scribbles all over the back. A fine example on a custom base.

Provenance:
Ex. Ulrich Kortmann, Dortmund

Price Realized: $850

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