Aitape Dance Mask

Ceremonial dance mask. Aitape region, north Coast New Guinea.…
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Ceremonial dance mask. Aitape region, north Coast New Guinea. Early 20th century. Wood with ochre designs. Material culture from this region of New Guinea is exceptionally rare, as most pieces now reside in German Museums. Private collection Sydney, height 44 cm

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