African & Oceanic Art | Antiquities - 15th December 2021
Lot 984
A Papua New Guinea crucifix panel
Estimate £150 - £250 | Hammer £180
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Description
A Papua New Guinea crucifix panel
Melanesia
the christ-like figure with Papua New Guinea attributes and nails through the palms of his hands, and surround by four faces, the back with a relief carved mask at the top,
68cm high.
Presumably created under the influence of a European Missionary.