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4 - Hooked figure (Yipwon) with stylised projecting head Weather…
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Estimate €2,500 - €3,500
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Hooked figure (Yipwon) with stylised projecting head Weathered wood, marks of use Korewori River region, Papua New Guinea, probably early 20th century H_93.5 cm W_15 cm These Yipwon figures, specific to the Korewori region, were associated with hunting and warlike expeditions. They embodied an auxiliary spirit invoked to ensure success and channel vital forces. Larger examples were kept in men's homes or ritual caves, while smaller versions could be worn individually. Their openwork shape, structured by opposing hooks, acts as a device for capturing forces. - Expert: Serge REYNES
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About the sale Antonio Segui Collection: last memories
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Auction time 06/18/2026 at 2:00 PM
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