Lot 100: A fine Abelam drum

A fine Abelam drum, Abelam; Papua New Guinea

The large drum with tympanum intact, intricately carved below the handle with classical Abelam designs and faces in high relief. On a custom base. H. 33 1/2"

Comments:
Property of a New York Private Collector

Provenance:
Ex. BC Galleries, Australia
Ex. John C. Edler, Indiana

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