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Spirit board, kwoi

TC 189
Provenance: Christie’s Paris, December 8, 2004: lot 32
Dimensions: H. 109 cm
Ethnic Group:

A multiplicity of styles are seen among this type of sculpture  called kwoi in this area. This board presents a classic design; a diamond-shaped form with chevron borders in four sections framing the face, a black crescent forehead above eyes set in inverted V-shapes, and a triangular three dimensional nose.

Publishing History: Virginia-Lee Webb. Embodied Spirits. Gope Boards from the Papuan Gulf. Milan. 5 Continents Editions 2015: 146 (Plate 44).
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