UNIQUE MIDDLE SEPIK CROCODILE CLAN TOTEM MASK, NEW GUINEA

Origin:  New Guinea, E. Sepik Province, Middle Sepik    (Provenance: Acquired from an old collection in Pennsylvania)

Period/Date: Early to mid 20th century

Materials:  Hardwood, lime

Description:  This unique mask combines both the face of an ancestor with the scales and teeth of a Crocodile!  It is not known what context the piece was used but it appears to be a specific clan mask strongly associated with the "all powerful" mythologized Crocodile.  The mask was not worn but was cut from another element like a house facade or drum?  It has a pierced nasal septum, delineated Crocodile scales (head and back side) and exposed teeth along the jaw line.  It has a warm multi-colored varied patina with areas of encrustation.  There is an age crack on the left side of the head but is in otherwise fine condition.  Presented on a custom bronze display base.

Dimensions:   Height 16"  (41 cm), Width 5"  (13 cm)

Price:  $1000      Currency Conversion   A custom  stand may be ordered for an additional fee

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