A RAMU RIVER FLUTE MASK

carved from hardwood, with opposing incurved hooks, the nose pierced. Traces of white and red pigment and old wear, smooth patina from handling, an old collection label to the reverse

50.0 cm height

Estimate:
$500 - $800

Sold:
$1,140 (inc. BP)

Lot 216

Oceanic Artefacts

A RAMU RIVER FLUTE MASK

lot details

Oceanic Artefacts (born 1960)
A RAMU RIVER FLUTE MASK
carved from hardwood, with opposing incurved hooks, the nose pierced. Traces of white and red pigment and old wear, smooth patina from handling, an old collection label to the reverse
50.0 cm height
Provenance

Private collection, Melbourne