Tall Sculpture Artifact of an Asmat Male Figure Standing Holding Genitals with Joined Pointed Feet from Papua New Guinea –Lot 144

Up for sale is this primitive and unique Asmat Male Figure standing with joined feet, the hands holding the prominent genitals, with oblong face, oval eyes, long ridged nose, crescent shaped mouth, large chin, decorated with incised ornamentation on the body. Hand carved from a single piece of wood with traces of lime, red ochre, charcoal, patina and soot. There are old inventory numbers on the back of the feet (65).

Provenance: A private estate collection. Collected during an expedition made in the early 1970s into the interior of New Guinea along the Sepik River Region and selected prior to New Guinean regulations limiting the export of art. This is NOT a tourist souvenir item as seen in other auctions.

Condition: This piece is one-of-a-kind, hand carved by Asmat Tribesmen along the Sepik River. Some natural wear and tear, there’s a small split on the left foot and missing toes on the right foot. Sold as is. Please review detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections, as they are part of the description.

Size: In inches: 40"
 L x 5” W x 5” D
Weight: Approximately 2.8 Lbs. plus shipping Carton

Remarks: These items would make a wonderful addition for the avid collector of Asmat Art. Similar items can be found at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art. 

IMPORTANT: This item is described to its provenance and authenticity and dates as much as we know, it's mentioned in the description, with no intent to deceive OR MISREPRESENT if we miss a detail that is unknown to us. We guarantee its authenticity. Minor scuffs, scratches, scrapes, marks, nicks, cracks, etc., which don't affect the functionality of the item are normal in any previously owned, antique, vintage item and are to be expected.

Payment Terms: We accept all major credit cards and PayPal.

Shipping and Handling: Shipping is available. See calculator. 

Please Note: All Sales are Final and Sold as Is, Where Is. Returns are NOT Accepted. Thank you.

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