Sepik River
ex Jolika Collection, Rye, NY
ex Galerie Meyer, Paris
An old ceremonial Sago pounder handle, in the form of a shark with tell tale triangular motifs behind its round eyes.
From Yamna or Wadke Islands, Humboldt Bay, New Guinea. The blade, being made of wood, is clearly ceremonial and may possibly not be original.
Ca. 20th Cent
10"
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