Traditional Papua New Guinea | Ancestor Spirit Figure | Cowrie Shell & Feather Adorned | Circa Late 19th – Early 20th Century

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Sepik River Papua New Guinea ancestor figure with shell eyes and feather adornments
360-degree view of a Sepik River Papua New Guinea ancestor figure showing carved wooden form, shell eye inlay, feather adornments, ritual pigments, and aged ceremonial patina
Ethnographic Sepik River wood figure with expressive face, pigments, and aged surface
Papua New Guinea tribal ancestor carving with natural feathers and ceremonial wear
Museum-quality Sepik ancestor figure mounted on display base with cultural detailing
Hand-carved wooden ancestor figure from Papua New Guinea with shell eyes and fiber bindings
Historic Sepik River ceremonial figure showing ritual pigments and authentic patina
Late 19th–early 20th century Papua New Guinea ancestor figure with strong cultural presence
Antique Papua New Guinea carved ancestor figure with cowrie shell inlay and ritual patina
  • Sepik River Papua New Guinea ancestor figure with shell eyes and feather adornments
  • 360-degree view of a Sepik River Papua New Guinea ancestor figure showing carved wooden form, shell eye inlay, feather adornments, ritual pigments, and aged ceremonial patina
  • Ethnographic Sepik River wood figure with expressive face, pigments, and aged surface
  • Papua New Guinea tribal ancestor carving with natural feathers and ceremonial wear
  • Museum-quality Sepik ancestor figure mounted on display base with cultural detailing
  • Hand-carved wooden ancestor figure from Papua New Guinea with shell eyes and fiber bindings
  • Historic Sepik River ceremonial figure showing ritual pigments and authentic patina
  • Late 19th–early 20th century Papua New Guinea ancestor figure with strong cultural presence
  • Antique Papua New Guinea carved ancestor figure with cowrie shell inlay and ritual patina
Sepik River Papua New Guinea ancestor figure with shell eyes and feather adornments
360-degree view of a Sepik River Papua New Guinea ancestor figure showing carved wooden form, shell eye inlay, feather adornments, ritual pigments, and aged ceremonial patina
Ethnographic Sepik River wood figure with expressive face, pigments, and aged surface
Papua New Guinea tribal ancestor carving with natural feathers and ceremonial wear
Museum-quality Sepik ancestor figure mounted on display base with cultural detailing
Hand-carved wooden ancestor figure from Papua New Guinea with shell eyes and fiber bindings
Historic Sepik River ceremonial figure showing ritual pigments and authentic patina
Late 19th–early 20th century Papua New Guinea ancestor figure with strong cultural presence
Antique Papua New Guinea carved ancestor figure with cowrie shell inlay and ritual patina

Traditional Papua New Guinea | Ancestor Spirit Figure | Cowrie Shell & Feather Adorned | Circa Late 19th – Early 20th Century

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Sepik River Region, Papua New Guinea
Material: Carved Wood with Cowrie Shell Inlay, Natural Fiber & Feathers
Period: Late 19th – Early 20th Century

Description

This striking hand-carved ancestor figure originates from the culturally rich Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea. Crafted from a single section of wood, the figure displays a highly expressive face with inlaid shell eyes, ritual pigments, and layered surface patina developed through age and ceremonial handling. The figure is framed with original natural feather adornments and traditional binding elements along the sides.

Such figures played an important cultural and spiritual role, often associated with ancestral reverence, protection, identity, and lineage continuity. This example presents strong character, authenticity, and presence, making it a compelling ethnographic artifact with museum-level display appeal.

Features

- Authentic Sepik River ancestor figure

- Carved from a single wooden panel

- Cowrie shell eye inlays

- Original applied pigments and aged patina

- Natural feather adornments and binding fibers

- Mounted on a modern metal display base

- Powerful visual presence and culturally significant form

Cultural Significance

Ancestor figures from the Sepik region reflect deeply rooted spiritual traditions. They honor lineage, house spirits, protective forces, and communal identity. These works stand as powerful reminders of the artistic, ceremonial, and cultural heritage of Papua New Guinea’s indigenous communities.

Condition

Good ethnographic condition. Honest age wear, natural surface weathering, pigment loss, minor structural age cracks, and expected patina consistent with authentic age and ceremonial use. Feathers and shell elements show stable aged preservation. Mounted on a modern custom metal base for secure display.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 15 in
Depth: 4 in
Base: 4 in high × 6 in wide

Age

Late 19th – Early 20th Century

Learn More

Discover the cultural meaning of Sepik River ancestor figures in this research on Sepik River Ancestor Spirit Figures

Explore more authentic ethnographic relics and cultural artifacts in our curated Ethnographic Relics & Cultural Artifacts Collection

Descripción

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Sepik River Region, Papua New Guinea
Material: Carved Wood with Cowrie Shell Inlay, Natural Fiber & Feathers
Period: Late 19th – Early 20th Century

Description

This striking hand-carved ancestor figure originates from the culturally rich Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea. Crafted from a single section of wood, the figure displays a highly expressive face with inlaid shell eyes, ritual pigments, and layered surface patina developed through age and ceremonial handling. The figure is framed with original natural feather adornments and traditional binding elements along the sides.

Such figures played an important cultural and spiritual role, often associated with ancestral reverence, protection, identity, and lineage continuity. This example presents strong character, authenticity, and presence, making it a compelling ethnographic artifact with museum-level display appeal.

Features

- Authentic Sepik River ancestor figure

- Carved from a single wooden panel

- Cowrie shell eye inlays

- Original applied pigments and aged patina

- Natural feather adornments and binding fibers

- Mounted on a modern metal display base

- Powerful visual presence and culturally significant form

Cultural Significance

Ancestor figures from the Sepik region reflect deeply rooted spiritual traditions. They honor lineage, house spirits, protective forces, and communal identity. These works stand as powerful reminders of the artistic, ceremonial, and cultural heritage of Papua New Guinea’s indigenous communities.

Condition

Good ethnographic condition. Honest age wear, natural surface weathering, pigment loss, minor structural age cracks, and expected patina consistent with authentic age and ceremonial use. Feathers and shell elements show stable aged preservation. Mounted on a modern custom metal base for secure display.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 15 in
Depth: 4 in
Base: 4 in high × 6 in wide

Age

Late 19th – Early 20th Century

Learn More

Discover the cultural meaning of Sepik River ancestor figures in this research on Sepik River Ancestor Spirit Figures

Explore more authentic ethnographic relics and cultural artifacts in our curated Ethnographic Relics & Cultural Artifacts Collection

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