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Oceanic & African Arts — Webb's

Auction House:Webb'sNumber of lots recorded:380
Sale Title:Oceanic & African ArtsLots with images:373
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:224
Date:11-Nov-2010
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Superb 18th-century Maori canoe bailer, Tiheru. Raharuhi Rukupo, Rongo Whataata attributed, a fine Maori canoe bailer, of type II form, used in smaller inland and coastal water canoes, with a tapering hollowed scoop leading to two tubular supports holding a large tiki face; varied blackened patina overall. Attributed to master carver Raharuhi Rukupo, Rongo Whataata, Gisborne, East Coast. C.1840 - 1860. Length 50 cm
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Fine Cook Island stool, no'oanga, of fine proportions, rising from four legs, each with teardrop-shaped feet and a faceted edge beneath elegantly curved legs, supporting the arching rectangular seat; fine, aged, slightly reddish-brown patina. Length 46 cm.
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Fine Fijian headrest, Kali, gently curved, rectangular cross-piece, flaring slightly at ends, supported by an ovoid mid-section resting on a rectangular flat base, 19th century. Length 38 cm
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Fine Tongan inlaid neck rest, of elegant, abstract, arching form, with small wedge-shaped feet supporting the lower edge, inlaid with mother of pearl to top and one side. Length 46 cm
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Rare and Superb Fijian War Club, superbly balanced and made from a single piece of aged, soaked Vesi (ironwood), the culacula form is highly complex offering subtle concave and convex surfaces throughout the blade. The decorative elements are highly achieved with geometric carving throughout the grip section. The head of the club of a sophisticated design with the centre line tapering off to a thin mid-section that then flares as it terminates towards the tip. This purposeful design subtly distributes…
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Early Fijian bowl, Tanoa, rising from four short, tapering, cylindrical legs, the bowl with fine, delicate, ovoid form flaring and terminating to a point at opposing sides; a triangular lug pierced through; varied rich, layered, red/brown patina, 19th century. Length 33 cm. Width 13.5 cm
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Solomon Island hairpin, jaw fragment from a traditional costume, superbly constructed using cane, fibre, wood and tapa cloth, covered in red and white natural pigment. New Britain, Papua New Guinea. Height 21 cm, width 8 cm
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Mask fragment, jaw fragment from a traditional costume, superbly constructed using cane, fibre, wood and tapa cloth, covered in red and white natural pigment. New Britain, Papua New Guinea. Height 21 cm. Width 8 cm
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Rare Maori adze handle, with a bulbous end and long tubular shaft leading to a finely worked, rectangular-shaped head with six raised curved ridges; rich, variated patina. Height 39 cm. Width 11.5 cm
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Fine Massim figure by Mutuaga, a superbly carved figure seated on a chair with arms raised and tightly drawn into the chest with hands resting on either side of the face; on a three-legged base with carved design to face, torso and base; rich, brown patina, 19th century. Massim area, south cape, Papua New Guinea. Height 35 cm. Width 10 cm
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Rare Vanuatu club, carved from a single piece of hardwood, the base of the handle is circular; handle extends into a highly refined 'Hockey stick' form; rich, dark patina. 9th century. Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. Length 1,02 cm, width 3.5 cm
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Early Papuan Gulf Tapa Costume, conical tapa cloth decorated with black and rusty-brown abstract motifs with attached fibre skirt. Height 1,30 cm, width 30 cm
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Fine Asmat shield, of oval, flat form with eight scrolling motifs interspersed with circles, red and white pigments and blackening to parts. Height 1,27 cm. Width 28 cm
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Rare Asmat staff, carved with overlapping elements, pierced at the centre three times and with stylised figure to one side. Height 78 cm, width 12 cm
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Rare New Britain Mask, elongated, rectangular-shaped body with a pierced vertical slit to top, framed by four smaller piercings either side; woven fibre surround with pompom to end; two woven lugs either side of body; clay overlay with red, brown, black lineal abstract motifs from natural pigments, highlighted with white eyes and nose. Height 93 cm, width 26 cm
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Huon Gulf Bowl, of hollowed form, tapering to points at each end, rim decorated with stylised human figure with arm outstretched, flanked with serpent forms; early, dry patina. Height 14 cm, width 62 cm
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Huon Gulf bowl, of hollowed, oval form with thin rim, decorated with two panels of rectangular bands with arched ÈÇÿUÈÇÖ shapes, with stylised figures; arms wrapped to each end of bowl.height 10.5 cm. Width 30 cm
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Rotse Spoon, finely carved with three raised birds, light-coloured wood with blackened zigzag and triangular designs; aged patina. Height 35 cm, width 5 cm
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Kuba spoon, a circular ladle beneath a flat broad handle fully carved with geometric motif. Height 32 cm, width 6 cm
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Fine Zulu spoon, an elongated, hollowed ladle with a twisted tubular mid-section; a pierced ovoid handle with inset face; three carved wooden chain links to end; light wood with blackened highlights. Height 34 cm. Width 8.5 cm
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Group of Four Zulu Spoons, hollowed scoops leading to tubular shafts with various raised designs; two with carved ends. Varied light to medium-brown patina. Height 37.5 cm, width 5.5 cm
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Dan mask, of hollowed form with pointed chin; a pierced rim for attachment; mouth pierced with superbly carved lips and well-defined cheekbones, raised, arched eyebrows, slit pierced eyes; wearing an encrusted, tightly woven coiffure. A rich, dark patina. Height 24 cm. Width 16 cm
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Fine Makonde mask, with a wide, cylindrical neck and pointed chin, a pierced mouth with finely carved teeth under a broad triangular nose and lidded eyes; recessed designs to top with inset hair; varied red to black patina. Height 29 cm. Width 18 cm
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Fine Lega mask, of convex form with pierced chin for attached fibre beard; slit mouth beneath a triangular nose and pierced oval eyes; fine, light-coloured patina. Height 25 cm. Width 15 cm
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Beaded Cameroon figure, seated on a plinth with prominent buttocks and columnar torso, the rounded shoulders supporting a large spherical head, the whole covered in a chequered motif of light and dark-blue and red tubular beads; the face, eyes, nose, mouth and ears highlighted with white and black beads. Height 56 cm. Width 21.5 cm
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Mende helmet mask, a thick, rolled neck with compressed facial features, pierced slit eye-holes and two lines of scarification to forehead; an upswept coiffure surmounted with horizontal raised ridges leading to two topknots; base pierced for attachment with a blackened, worn, encrusted patina. Height 37 cm
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Three Mossi Flutes, three superb flutes with humanistic forms, the cylindrical bodies each framed with two arm-like elements, terminating at the top with flared head-like mouthpieces. Height 35 cm, width 12 cm. Height 22 cm, width 7 cm. Height 29 cm, width 10 cm
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Rare Makonde body mask, in the form of a female torso, with large, swollen abdomen with four raised, double scarification lines in star pattern flaring from navel, beneath formed conical breasts; holes to side for attachment; rich, reddish-brown patina. Height 50 cm. Width 27.5 cm
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Fine Songye Mask, of hollowed abstract form, pierced around rim for attachment; angular facial plane with protruding rectangular mouth beneath a flared angular nose, extending to a medial ridge, flanked by pierced, ovoid eyes. All over incised with linear pattern; dry, old patina of kaolin, blackened eyes, nose and mouth. Height 39 cm, width 26.5 cm
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Superb Pende Stool, raised on a circular base with a finely carved, seated central figure with hands resting on ears. The elbows positioned on knees; a fibre skirt around waist. Figure is flanked by two rectangular columns with raised animal motifs supporting a circular seat; decorated with white, black and red pigments. Height 29.5 cm, diameter22.5 cm
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Kuba Velvet, natural fibre decorated with abstract over-sewn formations. Length 1,55 cm, width 69 cm
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Kuba Velvet, natural fibre decorated with abstract over-sewn formations. Length 1,56 cm, width 69 cm
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Kuba velvet, natural fibre decorated with abstract over-sewn formations. Length 67 cm. Width 69 cm
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Kuba Velvet, natural fibre decorated with abstract over-sewn formations. Length 1,65 cm, width 69 cm
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Kuba Velvet, natural fibre decorated with abstract over-sewn formations. Length 1,65 cm, width 69 cm
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Fine Yoruba Divination Platter, of flat circular form with raised band showing a ring of raised figures and motifs including a large, stylised face, animals and intertwining designs. Height 3 cm, width 43 cm
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Fine Baule Figure, standing on a square base with elongated toes and flat feet, muscular legs and protruding buttocks beneath a slender elongated torso with conical breasts framed by cut-away arms resting on torso. An elongated neck with spherical head and finely carved facial features beneath a single-crested, back-swept coiffure, scarification to cheeks and chest; fine, aged, blackened patina with red and white highlights; small adornment bundle around neck. c.1920. Height 65 cm, width 15 cm
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Ashanti stool, rectangular flat base with the central cylindrical support pierced with squares; fretted borders to the four outer supports and a curved, rectangular seat. Width 56 cm
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Baule Fetish, freestanding with muscular legs and rounded buttocks. Arms held to sides with hands resting on stomach; an elongated neck with forward-facing head, a broad nose, swept-back coiffure with topknot. Fine, aged, encrusted patina. Height 35 cm, width 7 cm
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Cameroon beaded doll, a fine and early beaded doll, facial features highlighted with light and dark-blue beads. Height 26 cm, width 11 cm
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Important Cameroon Grasslands buffalo, representing the head of a buffalo, the elongated form accentuated by long, bent horns with incised linear motif extending half-way; the median peak projected in high relief, extends from the back of the cranium to top of nose, the featured ovoid eyes and protruding ears carved in high relief are testament to a master carverÈÇÖs impression of power. Massive teeth within the broad jaw and dilated nostrils. This sculpture has great balance and strong decorative elements…
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Rare Bamana Ntomo Mask, of hollowed form, and pierced around the rim for attachment; an angular face with extended, tubular, tapering mouth, pierced, circular eyes framing the protruding triangular nose pierced with iron ring, surmounted by eight horns and by a two-horned antelope with three attached triangular serrated metal plates; dark-brown, dry patina. Height 72 cm, width 20 cm
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Mambila Figure, of angular form, with bent legs and squat torso; strong arms, one touching chin beneath a large head with a concave, heart-shaped face. Encrusted, blackened patina with highlights of red ochre and kaolin. Height 24.5 cm, width 10 cm
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Four Fine African Clubs, a mossi club, the club missing blade, large flute, and a pair of South African Zulu clubs. Height 60 cm, width 8.5 cm. Height 54.5 cm, width 8 cm. Height 63 cm, width 8 cm. Height 52.5 cm, width 10 cm
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Makonde Mask, naturalistic face with pierced, slit eyes and smooth, flat, triangulated nose, raised ears and ridged, double-raised, swept-back coiffure; varied natural and painted patina, blackened eyebrows and hair. Height 24 cm, width 15 cm
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Yoruba Beaded Bag, square cloth bag with alternating red and black geometric beaded border framing a multicoloured beaded abstract face. Length 38 cm, width 36 cm
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Dinka/Kamba Pipe, slender tubular form and bound with brass. Height 73 cm, width 3.5 cm
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Makonde staff, long shaft supporting a large, finely carved head with lenticular mouth, straight nose and inlaid glass-bead eyes, flanked by large ears; rich, honey-brown patina. Height 96.5 cm. Width 7.5 cm
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Fine Ibo maiden mask, of hollowed, spherical form, with an open, slightly raised mouth beneath an elongated nose and pierced slit eyes; surmounted by a spectacular coiffure with open-work carving; fine, aged patina with white pigment and blackening to headdress. Height 43 cm. Width 21.5 cm
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Fine Dogon Door, two flat, rectangular panels attached by an old iron section and carved with 34 animal and humanistic figures in relief, each with geometric bent legs beneath a protruding torso and navel; medium to dark-brown patina. Height 62 cm, width 33 cm
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Dan Passport Mask, of hollowed, oval form with a large straight nose and pierced eyes beneath a delicately sloping and rounded forehead; three incised grooves surround rim; rich, dark patina. Height 16 cm, width 7.8 cm
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Rare cross river stone, of ovoid abstract form with anthropomorphic face and body, carved from a volcanic boulder by grinding or pecking with stone tools. Sculpture made of hard stone is rare in sub-Saharan Africa; a few hundred works have been documented from the forested region of the mid-cross river in Nigeria. 16th-19th century. Height 12 cm. Length 27 cm. Depth 10.5 cm
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Nupe Stool, standing on six tapering, conical legs with a circular top incised with cross-hatching and repeating geometric motif. Height 10 cm, width 17.5 cm
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Fine Dogon statue, seated on a stool with fragmentary legs supporting an elongated torso with triple-lined triangular motif, raised tubular navel and conical breasts; rounded shoulders holding elongated, slightly bent arms with hands resting upon knees, the extended cylindrical neck supports an oblong head with a squared chin, raised beard and small, raised, circular mouth. A braided coiffure with cross-hatched motif and raised shaped ears to back of head. An all-over rich, dark-brown, weathered patina.…
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Fon lion, in a strong pose, hind legs standing on a fragmented base with curled tail resting on the back. An ovoid mouth bearing fangs, raised, domed eyes and triangular-shaped ears. A defined band at the bottom of a carved mane. Fragmented front legs. Dry, weathered patina. Height 37.5 cm. Length 37 cm
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Superb Ibeji figure, on square base with flat feet and hands with fingers partially clenched, arms resting to side of hips; large protruding conical breasts, rounded shoulders beneath oval head with upswept coiffure; wearing several metal bands around wrists and ankles; fine, rich patina. Height 26 cm, width 12 cm
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Fine West African Koranic writing tablet, of flat, rectangular form, the tablet with some indigenous repairs with metal clasps at top and bottom with circular motifs filled with intricate Arabic designs; fine, honey-coloured patina. Height 43 cm, width 24 cm
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Fon Phallus, of superb size and form; placed in ground during harvest ceremonies; fine, well-used, early patina with traces of red clay pigment. Height 39 cm, width 5 cm
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Important Ashanti Royal lion, a Royal footstool in the form of a mythological crouching lion with leopard-like spots, tubular tail with flared end, flowing mane and whiskers, all with incised, linear carving. A rounded head with raised 'C'-shaped ears and almond-shaped eyes, mouth open baring fangs. Rich patina with painted reddish-brown spots, white highlighted mouth, claws and whiskers, red-painted base and lips, the spots to body signify royalty. Merton. Depth Simpson saw this piece near a Baule village…
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Benin Wooden Head, Uhumwelao, carved with high coral collar and headdress, each side with a curving tress and one side with a projecting feather; the eyes with slightly lowered lids, the pupils indicated with inset blackened wood; flattened nose and mouth. 19th century. Height 47 cm, width 23 cm
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Baule Goli mask, Kplekple bla, a raised, flared lip at the back supporting the flat disc. Rectangular, abstract mouth baring teeth and tubular, rounded eyes above pierced, triangular holes for vision, all beneath the arching horns. Varied patina with black, white and red pigments. Height 40 cm. Width 22 cm
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Fine Dogon Equestrian Figure, an abstract horse with a stylised, seated rider with short rounded legs, rounded bottom, elongated, cylindrical body, fragmented arm, oblong-shaped head with squared chin, raised oval eyes; weathered, dry patina. Height 34 cm, width 12.5 cm
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Bamana antelope headdress Chiawara, rising from a rectangular base, the mother with her cylindrical, cigar-shaped body, carrying a male baby on her back with openwork neck; each with triangular head covered in geometric motif; mother with circular-shaped ears and baby with rectangular back-swept ears; each has spiral design to horns. Mali. Height 67 cm. Width 24.5 cm
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Gurunsi Iron Shield, with punched dot design to front and a linear abstract motif; coloured with red pigment. Burkina Faso. Height 87 cm, width 52 cm
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Nafana masquerade mask, Bedu, of triangular form with pierced circular mouth and eyes surmounted by a tall superstructure with two curved horns at the top; geometric decoration painted in black and white to surface. Height 1,36.5 cm. Width 33 cm
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Rare Baule Janus figure, standing on a raised square base with flat feet, muscular legs and protruding buttocks. A slender tubular body with extended stomach leads to an anthropomorphic head to front with a squared chin and open mouth baring fangs and tongue, half-moon eyes and flat nose; reverse head with humanistic features, flat nose and bowl-shaped coiffure. Height 89 cm. Width 52 cm
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Navajo fetish bundle, hide pouch holding nine fetish sticks of wood, twine, feathers, trade beads and turquoise. Height 42 cm, width 8.5 cm
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Iroquois Pygmy Society False face mask, a small mask with large eyes, surmounted by a pair of horns. A square of fur attached to forehead and pokerwork to the eyebrows and ears. Height 16 cm, width 8 cm
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Pair of Cree Moccasins, superb pair, made from hide and trade felt, intricately decorated with fine floral beadwork. 19th century. Height 12 cm, width 26 cm
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Cherokee Stone Effigy Pipe, flat rectangular base with raised hollowed tubular section to middle with a humanistic form depicting a seated man clutching the bowl. Length 14.5 cm, width 4 cm
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Cherokee Stone Effigy Pipe, figural pipe in humanistic form, depicting a Cherokee in dress with adornment, arms flat to side; old collection label attached; soft, rich patina. Length 18 cm, width 3.2 cm
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Iroquois False face mask, (Smiling Beggar), of hollowed, oval form, deeply carved and pierced mouth with two squared teeth and large triangulated nose. Eyes made of squared brass plates with pierced circles, a raised forehead and attached horsehair coiffure, carved by kid Smith. Height 26 cm. Width 14.5 cm
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Superb Royal mask, Cameroon, of hollowed form, an expressive face with parted lips baring teeth, the broad nose framed by large almond-shaped eyes; fine, varied, blackened patina with areas of white pigment. Height 35 cm. Width 24 cm
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Merton Depth Simpson - Harlem Passage, oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1964. Height 101.6 cm, width 76.2 cm
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Superb Dogon Ritual Shrine, a raised rounded base with six abstract figures masterfully carved in relief with a domed top. Encrusted patina. Height 20.5 cm
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Pair of Ivory African Priest Figures, of the transition period, possibly Cameroon. Both figures are of naturalistic from, shirtless and wearing dominant cross necklaces. One figure is holding his belly, the other has both hands facing out and a bound left leg. Height 17.5 cm, width 5.5 cm
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Ivory Congo Male Figure, carved upper body of a male figure, with hands grasping a headpiece. Lower section cylindrical with turned bands and ladder motifs. Set into a square black plinth. Height 13 cm, width 3 cm
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Zulu snuff container, made of wood, the ovoid body is constructed from two hollowed pieces secured with wooded pegs. It has fine linear carving all over and a small delicate handle to one side. In fine condition with rich dark brown patina. This container dates from the Zulu Wars period, circa 1879. Height 18 cm width 4 cm
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Superb Cameroon Beaded Royal Figure, a figure of grand proportions, entirely covered in various coloured trade beads on a rounded domed base. Flat, long feet, muscular, slightly bent legs and round, protruding buttocks. A belt of white beads circles the waist leading to a tubular torso. An ovoid head with raised ears and nose. A large, hollowed bowl rests on top of the head supported by two tightly bent arms and hands resting to each side of the bowl. Blackend patina. Height 1,04 cm
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Ivory Kris Handle, abstracted figure with finely detailed carving. 18th - 19th century. Rich dark brown patina. Height 8 cm, width 2.7 cm
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Indonesian Kris Knife, wooden carved handle with jewel-encrusted band to base, with attached blade. Scabbard with curved, flaring top and an embossed brass-wrapped shaft. Length 52 cm.
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Indonesian Kris Knife, wooden carved handle with jewel-encrusted band to base; attached blade with intricate floral and figural designs highlighted with gold. Scabbard with curved flaring top with floral motifs overall. Length 48 cm
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Indonesian Kris Knife, wooden carved handle with jewel-encrusted band to base; attached blade with intricate floral and figural designs highlighted with gold. Scabbard with curved flaring top with floral motifs overall. Length 51 cm
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Dayak Hornbill Adorment, finely carved adornment with anthropomorphic carving. Blackened patina overall. Length 8.5 cm. Width 4 cm
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Dayak hornbill adornment, finely carved adornment with anthropomorphic carving. Rich, creamy patina with red highlights to face. Length 8.5 cm. Width 4.5 cm
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Dayak Hornbill Adorment, finely carved adornment with anthropomorphic carving. Tobacco coloured patina with red highlights to face. Length 8 cm. Width 4.8 cm
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Rare Pair of Northern Cree Snowshoes, wood set in circular form braced with intricate openwork sinew design an leather wrapped outer. superb condition 19th century. Length 30.2 cm
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Pair of North American Moccosons, superb pair made from hide and trade felt intricatly decorated with fine floral beadwork. Snow rabbit, trade beads, deer hide and felt Shuswap Indians (interior salish) Fraser river area British Columbia Canada 19th century. Length 30 cm
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Rare Taino Stone Club, with a flattened circular head leading to a tapering slender handle, green stone with pecked overall finish. Length 26 cm, width 13.3 cm. A.Depth 1000-1494
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Inuit Walrus Tusk, curved tapering form used in shamanistic cerimonies. Rich deep brown patina of great age. Length 30.5 cm, width 4 cm
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Fine Tibetan Phurba, three-sided blade leading up to a large-headed dorje baring teeth and with a coiffure of skulls. A smaller head sits at the top. 18th century. Height 23 cm, width 3 cm. *The phurba is a Tibetan three-sided ritual implement associated with Tibetan Buddhism. The Sanskrit term for phurba is kilaya which means 'to nail down', as well as 'to bind'. As a ritual implement used by high Tantric initiates, the phurba is employed to hold the negative thought-forms or obscurations of demons in…
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Fine Tibetan Phurba, three-sided blade leading up to a fierce three-headed diety wearing dharmapala orniments. Bronze and turqoiuse. 18th century. Height 15.4 cm, width 7.5 cm
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Tibetan Gau, a square-shaped lidded box with two brass handles attached. Inlaid with multiple pieces of circular turquoise, coral and gems in the shape of florets., a female diety figure represented in the middle, 18th century, early patina. Height 8.4 cm
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Tibetan Gau, a square-shaped lidded box with triangular handles made of brass. The top and sides are engraved with fine floral motifs and inlaid with multiple pieces of circular coral and turquoise in the shape of florets. 18th century. Early patina. Width 10 cm
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Tibetan Gau, a fine rectangular lidded box made of copper and brass. Engraved on the top with fine floral motifs and inlaid with five pieces of circular coral. An early patina. 18th century. Height 9 cm, width 8.3 cm
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Fine Tibetan Gau, a copper and brass circular lidded box, entirely embossed with fine floral and geometric motifs. The top is inlaid with six pieces of circular turquoise inset into florets and a diety playing an instrument is raised from the middle. Various items are held inside: beads, cloth, paper, leather and a ritual bone. An early patina. 18th century. Depth 13 cm
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Tibetan Flint Pouch, of slightly curved rectangular form with embossed silver decoration and a large coral bead in the middle. Made of iron, leather, coral and tri-metal. 19th century. Height 8.5 cm, width 12.7 cm
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Tibetan Flint Pouch, of slightly curved ovoid form; embossed silver decoration with three inlaid coral pieces to middle. Iron, leather, coral, tri-metal. 19th century. Width 11.2 cm
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Wooden Phurba, a three-sided blade leading up to three heads. Carved motifs over the entire surface. Tibetan 19th century. Height 16.5 cm
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Superb Prayer Book Front Page, in fine condition on blackend paper with highlighted text. Framed by two hand-coloured dieties who are protected by two cover panels of extremely fine blue-and-gold silk. 18th-century. Tibetan. Width 50 cm
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