Sepik Drum with Lizard Skin Artifact from The Irian Jaya Region New Guinea -L022

Description

Sepik Drum with Lizard Skin
Artifact from
The Irian Jaya Region New Guinea -L022
Up for sale is this one-of-a-kind Hourglass Form Drum (Lot 022) artifact, hand carved by Asmat Tribesmen in the Irian Jaya region, the western half of New Guinea. The body and handle are hand carved with stylized motifs in high relief; handle has one human figure at the bottom, hornbills and 'was' tail of a cuscus. Lizard skin and rattan, painted with white chalk and some traces of red ochre.
Provenance:
A private collection. Collected during an expedition in the early 1970s into the interior of the region of New Guinea and personally selected art prior to New Guinean regulations limiting the export of art.
Condition:
This piece is one-of-a-kind, hand carved by Asmat Tribesmen. This artifact is in very good condition it might exhibit signs of environmental exposure, insect degradation or utilitarian use, chips, natural wood splits, patina, polish from handling and repairs that are consistent with its age. Sold as is. Please view detailed photos as part of the description for overall quality, scratches, splits and imperfections. It would make a wonderful addition for the avid collector.
Size:
In inches: approx. 42"
 H x 9.5” W x 9.5"
Weight:
4.5 Lbs. plus shipping carton.
Please Note:
We'll consider reasonable offers.
International Buyers
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Remarks:
This item is in good condition for its age. This is NOT a tourist souvenir item as seen in other auctions.
This item would make a wonderful addition for the avid collector of Asmat Art. Similar items can be found at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art.
IMPORTANT:
This item is described to its provenance and authenticity and dates as much as we know, it's mentioned in the description, with no intent to deceive OR MISREPRESENT if we miss a detail that is unknown to us. We guarantee its authenticity. Minor scuffs, scratches, scrapes, marks, nicks, cracks, etc., which don't affect the functionality of the item are normal in any previously owned, antique, vintage item and are to be expected.
This piece is one-of-a-kind, hand carved by Asmat Tribesmen. This artifact is in very good condition it might exhibit signs of environmental exposure, insect degradation or utilitarian use, chips, natural wood splits, patina, polish from handling and repairs that are consistent with its age. Sold as is. Please view detailed photos as part of the description for overall quality, scratches, splits and imperfections. It would make a wonderful addition for the avid collector.
Payment Terms:
We accept all major credit cards and PayPal.
Shipping and Handling:
Free shipping and handling for the contiguous 48 U.S. states. If you live outside this range please contact us for shipping prices. International Shipping is also available where allowed by law. See Calculator when available.  All buyers, specifically for International shipping, are responsible for any taxes, duty, import, etc. fees.
Please Note:
All Sales are Final and Sold as Is, Where Is. Returns are Not Accepted.
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