Yena cult figure, sculpture, tribal art, Papua New Guinea, oceanic art, Oceania

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Yena cult figure, sculpture, tribal art, Papua New Guinea, oceanic art, Oceania

Name: Yena cult figure, sculpture, tribal art, Papua New Guinea, oceanic art, Oceania
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: ML3GNKC596
Price: 1800 EUR
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1.800 €

Period 20th century

Style Tribal Art

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From: 22700, louannec, France

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Rare "Yena" cult figure collected in the Washkuk Mountains region of Papua New Guinea. Kwoma people. Yena figures are linked to the cult of yams. They are placed above a large pile of tubers during the first ceremony (there are 3 in all) organized at harvest time, to thank the ancestors for this sacred gift and ensure a good harvest the following year. The Yena figures symbolize the period when yams are planted in the ground. Wood, natural pigments and paint. Exceptional piece sold with base. Approx. 126 x 31 x 31 cm / €1,800 base and free shipping to France. Shipping costs: France free / EU 120€ / USA 350€.

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Additional Information

Condition	Good
Style	Tribal Art (Oceanic Statues, Carving, Cult Figures of Tribal Art Style)
Period	20th century (Oceanic Statues, Carving, Cult Figures 20th century)
Country of origin	Papua New Guinea
Width (cm)	31
Height (cm)	126
Depth (cm)	31
Materials	Painted wood