Papua New Guinea Baining Mask, circa 1970s-90s

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Start price: $150

Estimated price: $300 - $600

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Papua New Guinea, New Britan, Baining peoples mask constructed of Bamboo, barkcloth, and paint circa 1970-90s. Kavat masks the male version a night dance with involves a group of men wearing similar masks in orchestra. The group wear masks to represent spirits associated with forest animals, plans, or products. Size 34" L x 15" W

Collected prior to 2008, ex-Lacy Gallery (Vanna & Lee Lacy collection), Los Angeles CA. Lacy Gallery was founded upon six decades of collecting ethnographic and fine art. Lee Lacy was a distinguished Hollywood producer of iconic TV series and commercials.

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