Sepik Ceremonial Carved Wooden Bowl - Lot 188

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Sepik Ceremonial Carved Wooden Bowl - Lot 188
Sepik Ceremonial Carved Wooden Bowl A long, single-piece wooden bowl from the Sepik region of Papua New Guinea, dating from the first half of the 20th century. The tapered shape evokes a canoe or an aquatic animal, with carved ends and rims adorned with geometric patterns of chevrons and triangles. The deeply hollowed interior features a dark patina and numerous signs of wear, while the exterior retains a lighter brown hue. This type of vessel may have been used for presenting, sharing, or preparing food and other substances during communal or ceremonial gatherings. Details: Origin: Sepik region, Papua New Guinea  Date: First half of the 20th century  Material: Wood  Length: 70 cm  Weight: 783 g
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