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Lot 4026

Punu Maternity Gabon, Africa

Sold June 27, 2025

Price realized
$180
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About this lot

Estimated Value: $ 600-1,000

Origin: Gabon, Africa, 20th Century

Dimensions: 1.5x2x5.5in

Condition: There are no visible flaws

Additional Information: A Punu maternity hand carved wood figure. The carving is of a woman in a squatted seated position carrying a baby on her back. The figure has a decorative carved belly and exposed breast and buttocks with an elaborate head piece. The baby on her back is nude and grasp onto the female’s shoulders.  There is traditional scarification on her face and body which is a form of body art to the Punu people in Gabon Africa.  

Lot details

Lot
4026
Closed
June 27, 2025
Sold $180
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