ANTIQUE & ART AUCTION Tuesday, 17 October 2017 - 9:30 AM start

A 19thC Asmat (Papua New Guinea) drum

Realised: $450 plus premium

Lot Details

carved wood, traditional hour-glass form, notch inside banded detail with remains of white and blue pigment, a figure in relief to the centre and base, an opposing butterfly in relief, original darkened finish, the handle showing wear, old lizard skin cover. Height 618. Note: This and lots 213, 215, 220 & 221 are from the same vendor.