Two fine old Abelam bird carvings, one a long beaked bird with…
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Two fine old Abelam bird carvings, one a long beaked bird with fine ochre painted designs on a custom stand, the other made from bamboo and ochre painted decorations, used to present betel nut during important ceremonies. 55 cm, 70 cm

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