Cult house Frieze Abelam, Papua New Guinea
Title: Cult house Frieze Abelam, Papua New Guinea
Additional Information: Date: Around 1900
Geography: Maprik region, Papua New Guinea
Culture: Abelam people
Medium: Wood
Dimensions: 140 x 37 cm
Condition: Good aged condition
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Old section of a cult house crossbeam from the Abelam tribe in the Maprik region of Papua New Guinea.
The people of the Sepik area understand the drum's sound as its "voice." This voice can carry long distances to announce meetings, call individuals, issue warnings, and even contact neighboring villages. Communication occurs through a complex series of rhythms and tones beat out with a wooden stick by an initiated man. More than just an instrument, this drum is central to the lives the entire community.
Reserve: $750.00
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Title: Cult house Frieze Abelam, Papua New Guinea
Additional Information: Date: Around 1900
Geography: Maprik region, Papua New Guinea
Culture: Abelam people
Medium: Wood
Dimensions: 140 x 37 cm
Condition: Good aged condition
Free shipping worldwide
Old section of a cult house crossbeam from the Abelam tribe in the Maprik region of Papua New Guinea.
The people of the Sepik area understand the drum's sound as its "voice." This voice can carry long distances to announce meetings, call individuals, issue warnings, and even contact neighboring villages. Communication occurs through a complex series of rhythms and tones beat out with a wooden stick by an initiated man. More than just an instrument, this drum is central to the lives the entire community.
Reserve: $750.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $100.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
Europe: Flat-rate of $30.00 to anywhere within contiguous Europe.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from The Netherlands .
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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