Lumie War Shield Papua New Guinea
Origin: Papua New Guinea, ca. 1960 Dimensions: 39 x 21 in. Conditions: Some of the paint has worn away and the wood has some cracks. The grass strap is in two pieces. Additional Information: A kidney shaped Lumi area wood war shield near the Torricelli mountains in northwestern Paupa New Guinea, west Sepik province. There is a deeply carved non-representational design. There are grass loops in man made holes that go to the back of the shield creating a strap and handles. The dark textures patina was used often in this region. Reportedly, provenance: Scott Duggleby, TX.
Condition
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Origin: Papua New Guinea, ca. 1960 Dimensions: 39 x 21 in. Conditions: Some of the paint has worn away and the wood has some cracks. The grass strap is in two pieces. Additional Information: A kidney shaped Lumi area wood war shield near the Torricelli mountains in northwestern Paupa New Guinea, west Sepik province. There is a deeply carved non-representational design. There are grass loops in man made holes that go to the back of the shield creating a strap and handles. The dark textures patina was used often in this region. Reportedly, provenance: Scott Duggleby, TX.
Condition
Please see condition note in description.
