Lot 65: A fine Mimika hardwood figure, West new Guinea

Mimika/Komoro, Irian Jaya; H: 27"

Of unusual form; the figure carved primarily in openwork with typical head atop the angular geometric body, the body depicted cubistically and with remains of natural pigments. A rare example. On a custom base.

Provenance:
Collected by Todd Barlin in Irian Jaya c. 1980's.

Price Realized: $550

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