May 2024: Day Two
Fri, May 17, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1340
Papua New Guinea, Abelam Peoples, Ancestor Figure Ca. 20th Century, H 20"
Estimate: $200 - $300
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $400 | $50 |
| $900 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
Standing figure painted in bright red, black, and white paint. Figures similar to this have been associated with the yam harvest. These figures would have been kept in men's houses and used in ceremonies related to initiation and the celebration of the yam harvest. The power of figures such as these lies in the bright paints used on their surfaces. For the Abelam, paint is a magical substance that endows figures with supernatural power and beauty.
Some loss to paint all over figure, including on the base, the back of the head, the right ear, and the elbows of the figure. Crack to bottom right of the figure's base, where the foot is painted. Crack also coming down from the top of the figure to just above the right arm, on the back side of the head. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.
Condition
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