Asmat Drum Hourglass Shape Wood Carved Artifact Irian Jaya Region New Guinea-L34 for Sale

Asmat Drum Hourglass Shape Wood Carved Artifact Irian Jaya Region New Guinea-L34 For Sale

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Asmat Drum Hourglass Shape Wood Carved Artifact Irian Jaya Region New Guinea-L34:
$350.00

Asmat Drum Tribal Artifact Wood Carved Sculpture from the Irian Jaya Region of New Guinea – Lot 34

Up for sale is this ASMAT DRUM tribal artifact from the Irian Jaya Region of New Guinea. An hourglass form wood drum, the body is carved with motifs of flying fox feet, spirit hands, ears, scarification in high relief and the handle has designs of \'was\' – cuscus tails - open clearing. No skin, with traces of charcoal and/or soot.

Provenance: Private collection. Collected in the early 1970s during an expedition through the Irian Jaya Region of New Guinea and selected prior to New Guinean regulations limiting the export of art.

Condition: This piece is one-of-a-kind, hand carved by Asmat Tribesmen. This artifact is in good condition it might exhibit signs of environmental exposure, insect degradation or utilitarian use, chips, natural wood splits, patina, polish from handling, restoration and repairs that are consistent with its age. Sold as is. Please view detailed photos as part of the description for overall quality, scratches, splits and imperfections. It would make a wonderful addition for the avid collector of Asmat artifacts.

Please Note: This Drum artifact is very fragile meant for display only.

Size: In inches: 31\"  H x 8” W x 8” D
Weight: Approximately 3.4 Lbs. plus shipping Carton.

International Buyers: All import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the price of the item or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer\'s responsibility. Please check with your country\'s customs office to determine what additional costs will be prior to offerding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up – do not confuse them with the additional shipping charges. WE WILL NOT mark merchandise values below value or as \"gifts\" - U.S. and International government regulations prohibits such behavior.

Remarks:This item is in good condition for its age. This is NOT a tourist souvenir item as seen in other sales.This item would make a wonderful addition for the avid collector of Asmat Art. Similar items can be found at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art.

IMPORTANT:This item is described to its provenance and authenticity and dates as much as we know, it\'s mentioned in the description, with no intent to deceive OR MISREPRESENT if we miss a detail that is unknown to us. We guarantee its authenticity. Minor scuffs, scratches, scrapes, marks, nicks, cracks, etc., which don\'t affect the functionality of the item are normal in any previously owned, antique, vintage item and are to be expected.

Payment Terms:We accept all major credit cards and PayPal.

Shipping and Handling:Shipping is availablefor the contiguous 48 U.S. states. If you live outside this range please contact us for shipping prices. International Shipping is also available where allowed by law. See Calculator when available. All buyers, specifically for International shipping, are responsible for any taxes, duty, import, etc. fees.

Please Note:All Sales are Final and Sold as Is, Where Is. Returns are Not Accepted.

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