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View translationAncestor figure Geelvinkbay - Korwar - West Papua (No Reserve Price)
No. 92470327
For Sale: Rare Korwar Figure (Cenderawasih Bay, Papua)
This authentic Korwar figure originates from the Geelvink Bay (now known as Cenderawasih Bay) region of Papua. Korwar figures are significant ancestral sculptures, traditionally used in spiritual practices to honor and connect with the spirits of ancestors.
• Origin: Geelvink Bay, Papua,
A truly unique artifact for collectors of Oceanic art or those with an interest in Papuan heritage.
Serious inquiries only. Contact for pricing and additional details.
Welcome addition to any collection of tribal New Guinea Art/oceanic art
We pack securely sending worldwide
Sold by Koos Knol, ethnographer and anthropologist, dealer of Papua Tribal Art for more than 30 years, expert and author of the book “Papua Blues”, written in Dutch. (Maybe in English next year.) Published end of October 2024
A book about inside stories, a book that deals with the many encounters with special people in West Papua, the impressive experiences that the author has, about special encounters with men and women who tell him about secret things, about ethnographic objects and initiate him into the rituals and ceremonies.
A must have for collectors, ethnographers, ethnologists, anthropologists and museums
Google:Papua Blues Koos Knol
Seller's Story
my wife Paula van den Berg and I, Koos Tuber, both anthropologists, traveling a lot through Papua New Guinea and West Papua (formerly Irian Jaya), Solomon Islands and Vanuatu (formerly New Hebrides). We love local tribal arts, we collected thousands and thousands of artifacts, all authentic, sometimes old, sometimes more recently but mainly used objects in local traditional cultures. We are happy to give more detailed information about the artifacts we sell here on Catawiki. Please feel free to contact us.
Translated by Google TranslateFor Sale: Rare Korwar Figure (Cenderawasih Bay, Papua)
This authentic Korwar figure originates from the Geelvink Bay (now known as Cenderawasih Bay) region of Papua. Korwar figures are significant ancestral sculptures, traditionally used in spiritual practices to honor and connect with the spirits of ancestors.
• Origin: Geelvink Bay, Papua,
A truly unique artifact for collectors of Oceanic art or those with an interest in Papuan heritage.
Serious inquiries only. Contact for pricing and additional details.
Welcome addition to any collection of tribal New Guinea Art/oceanic art
We pack securely sending worldwide
Sold by Koos Knol, ethnographer and anthropologist, dealer of Papua Tribal Art for more than 30 years, expert and author of the book “Papua Blues”, written in Dutch. (Maybe in English next year.) Published end of October 2024
A book about inside stories, a book that deals with the many encounters with special people in West Papua, the impressive experiences that the author has, about special encounters with men and women who tell him about secret things, about ethnographic objects and initiate him into the rituals and ceremonies.
A must have for collectors, ethnographers, ethnologists, anthropologists and museums
Google:Papua Blues Koos Knol
Seller's Story
my wife Paula van den Berg and I, Koos Tuber, both anthropologists, traveling a lot through Papua New Guinea and West Papua (formerly Irian Jaya), Solomon Islands and Vanuatu (formerly New Hebrides). We love local tribal arts, we collected thousands and thousands of artifacts, all authentic, sometimes old, sometimes more recently but mainly used objects in local traditional cultures. We are happy to give more detailed information about the artifacts we sell here on Catawiki. Please feel free to contact us.
Translated by Google TranslateIndigenous object name
Korwar
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
West Papua
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Ancestor figure Geelvinkbay
Height
32 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Provenance
Private Collection
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The object is beautiful and it was packed with real care. There was a separate piece of wood in the package just to make sure the long object was protected from breakage.
View translationVery interesting and well preserved pieces of New Guinean history. I appreciate the acquisition. They will occupy an important place in my collection. Shipped well and with care. Thank you very much.
View translationc'est parfait. l'objet est conforme à la description
View translationRasche Abwicklung, gerne wieder
View translationPerfect as always!! AAA+++ seller
View translationTree bel objet, livré rapidement . Merci!
View translationA very satisfactory purchase from a 100% recommended and very formal seller. Fluid communication and fast shipping carefully packaged to avoid deterioration
View translationMooi beeld,met dank.
View translationI'm overjoyed.
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I am happy too then
Excellent. As always.
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Happy holidays Jan
Another great item and great seller 👍
View translationGreat item and seller 👍
View translationIk beveel deze verkoper aan.
View translationIk ben er blij mee
View translationtrès bien , très satisfait
View translationBijzonder object!
View translationSuper contact and items are packed with great care
View translationOverseas transaction was very smooth; communication was cordial and reassuring; item sent very quickly and arrived safely; Very Happy. Erg blij. Bedankt :)
View translationArticle conforme à l'annonce, bien emballé. Expédition rapide. Merci
View translationHeel blij met de aankoop. Het voorwerp was heel snel afgeleverd. Heeft een mooie plek gekregen.
View translationThe object was broken, luckily I could fix it Ridiculous packaging for such a fragile item
View translationObjet bien emballé et conforme aux photos et descriptif
View translationMerci beaucoup Koos, un merveilleux masque Baba maintenant dans mon foyer. Grand merci pour la qualité de tes œuvres et le respect que tu apporte à ces objets- présences et leurs peuples.
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Avec plaisir Romuald
Tutto come descritto.👍👍
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