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Maître Yann BARATOUX
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Grey stone sculpture of a round face with large eyes and a w…
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253
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Grey stone sculpture of a round face with large eyes and a w…
See original version (French)
Estimate
€100 - €150
Voluntary lot
Description
Grey stone sculpture of a round face with large eyes and a wide, smiling mouth. A bow motif is carved on the forehead. Although unusual in form, it could be linked to magical practices for acquiring the pigs needed to pass through the various ranks of men's societies.
Height: 11 cm. Ambrym Vanuatu ?
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ID: 87515463
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