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Vintage / Antique New Guinea Carved Gable Mask #1912392

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Vintage / Antique New Guinea Carved Gable Mask #1912392
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This item has been in a private collection since it was acquired in the 50's.</em></td>
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Vintage / antique New Guinea carved wooden tribal mask, measuring about 20.5 inches high, 8.5 inches wide, 2.5 inches deep, and weighing about 2.25 pounds. This artifact was part of a New Guinea collection given to Andre Bus, prominent designer for Lane Furniture, in the 1950's. It is likely from the Sawo People of the Middle Sepik River. It is missing a pair of ground conus shell eyes but still has character. These are commonly described as Gable Masks as they are hung on the exterior of the Spirit / Ghost house just under the eaves as magical protection against bush spirits. Please refer to the 4 photographs for appearance and condition. Shipping / packaging will be $15.00.
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#: 4793</td>
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<tr><td>Condition:Very Good</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:1950's or Earlier</td></tr>
<tr><td>Country:New Guinea</td></tr>

<tr><td>Height:20.5</td></tr>
<tr><td>Depth:2.5</td></tr>
<tr><td>Width:8.5</td></tr>
<tr><td>Weight:2.25</td></tr>
<tr><td>Title:Vintage / Antique New Guinea Carved Gable Mask</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:Lansing, Michigan area</td></tr>
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