An exceptional Asmat drum.
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West Papua. Wood. 70 cm. 19th century. The broad, three dimensional 'birdbeaks' are seen on the earliest known drums from the Asmat region. Fine indigenous repairs show the intense use and prestige of this ceremonial drum. (VJ)
Provenance:
Private collection.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
04.10.2021 - 15:24
- Realized price: **
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EUR 4,864.-
- Estimate:
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EUR 1,500.- to EUR 2,000.-
- Starting bid:
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EUR 1,200.-
An exceptional Asmat drum.
West Papua. Wood. 70 cm. 19th century. The broad, three dimensional 'birdbeaks' are seen on the earliest known drums from the Asmat region. Fine indigenous repairs show the intense use and prestige of this ceremonial drum. (VJ)
Provenance:
Private collection.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
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Auction: | Tribal Art |
Auction type: | Online auction |
Date: | 04.10.2021 - 15:24 |
Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
Exhibition: | 29.09. - 04.10.2021 |
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