Lintel board for chiefly dwelling or yam store
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Lintel board for chiefly dwelling or yam store
Papua New Guinea, Milne Bay, Trobriand Islands, Massim
| Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
|---|---|---|
| Ian Page (ca. 1970) Jim Davidson Malcolm Davidson (1998) Harry Beran, Cambs, Great Britain Marcia & John Friede, Rye, USA |
H: 9.3 inch; B: 74 inch |
This object is not available anymore. |
wood, lime, black pigment,
The word "MAKI" is carved in the top centre. This could be the name of the carver, but it is more likely to identify the person who placed the order for the lintel.