Premier Auction - Session I
Fri, Jul 15, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 399
Two Papua New Guinea Ceremonial Wooden Objects
Estimate: $300 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
comprising: lime spatula painted black with two undulating pattern designed bands and figural handle, inscribed "194883708/AD", 15-1/2 in.; upper Sepik River ceremonial painted and carved figure with bird, spikes, cowrie shells, and patterns, 32 in.
Provenance: Collection of Dr. Allen Grimes, Lexington, Kentucky
Condition
wear to wood throughout, surface accretion and loss; two missing spikes, cracks to wood, scattered losses
