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

Name: Yipwon cult figure, sculpture, tribal art, Papua New Guinea, oceanic art, Oceania
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: T3632BC147
Price: 540 EUR
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Wooden sculpture called "Yipwon", presented and sold mounted on a base. The Yipwon is one of the most stylized and symbolic objects from the Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea. These sculptures are placed in the Haus Tambaran (house of men) and are closely linked to the warrior world. Its other name, wanleg (from the English "one leg") in pidgin English refers to all the figures in this style found in the Korewori river region. 97 x 5 x 15 cm / €540 including base and shipping.

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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
Materials	Wood

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