An Oceanic wooden face mask

Late-19th/early-20th century; Ramu River, Papua New Guinea
The delicate wood heart-shaped face mask in pointed oval form with top and bottom terminal projections with trace red and white pigments, with metal stand
13.5" H x 3.5" W

Provenance: Collection of Marian and John Scott, gifted by Wayne Heathcote, 1969
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Literature: Melanesian Art in the Australian Museum, Australian Museum, Sudney, 1968; pg. 11.
Condition Report: Overall good condition with scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, shrinkage cracks, and weathering commensurate with age.