Lot 64: Ramu River Shield, Papua New Guinea

Exhibited: Traditional Artifacts From the South Pacific, University Gallery, University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Nov-Dec 1991.

Ramu River Shield, Papua New Guinea. Height 39 1/2". An excellent example with classical central raised wedge with depiction of a face, surrounded with repeating yonic design elements, paint and natural pigments. Fine old surface from use and wear.

Price Realized: $500

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