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A fine banana scraper from the Azera people in Morobe Province, Markham Valley, Papua New Guinea. The handle of the …
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A fine banana scraper from the Azera people in Morobe Province, Markham Valley, Papua New Guinea. The handle of the scraper is carved into the face of a Flying Fox with an angular form. An outstanding old example, the piece exhibits a refined naturalism found only in the most ancient examples. Acquired in the 1950's.
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- Dimensions
- 2ʺW × 2ʺD × 8ʺH
- Styles
- Tribal
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Papua New Guinea
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bone
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Burnt Orange
- Condition Notes
- Very fine condition with patina and signs of wear commensurate with use. Very fine condition with patina and signs of wear commensurate with use. less
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