A large Manam Island dance mask of classic design with mostly western
pigments, circa 1950-1960. Some old losses to right ear and right cheek.
pigments, circa 1950-1960. Some old losses to right ear and right cheek.
Manam Island, a small island on the NE Coast of Papua New Guinea, was evacuated in 2004 due to volcanic eruption. Older art is now rarely found on the island.
On museum stand.
24in. x 9.5in. / 60.96 x 24.13cm
Height on stand: 33in. / 83.82cm.