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PAPUA NEW GUINEA - Lot 3
PAPUA NEW GUINEA Abelam mask, Baba, Sepik region, Papua New Guinea. This balm made of magnificent finely woven basketry and openwork is enhanced with natural polychrome pigments. This colorful mask, an anthropomorphic figure, refers to the initiation rites and ceremonies kept secret, reserved to the initiated. The Baba is part of the spirit world and has a guardian role. It is worn with a long skirt pandanus leaves and flower necklaces as well as a launched in order to frighten and keep the uninitiated at bay. Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.5 x 12.5"
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