An Asmat votive plaque carved from wood, elongated in shape, featuring

An Asmat votive plaque carved from wood, elongated in shape, featuring polychrome painting in shades of ochre, black, and white. The upper part is adorned with two depictions of human heads; the surface is also decorated with geometric motifs. Papua New Guinea. 87 × 42.5 cm. (Small cracks and crazing) Provenance: The piece was acquired in Indonesia from an Asmat family living in Jayapura by a diplomat stationed there between 1985 and 1990.

Stima:€200

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