Lot 46

Papua New Guinea Carved Community Food Dish

Sold June 27, 2025

Price realized
$30

Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Estimated Value: $100-250

Origin: Trobriand Islands north of Papua New Guinea, Late 19th early 20th c.

Dimensions: 22×22.5 in. 

Condition: Shows signs of use and wear including cracks that have filled in in some spots, and many scuffs throughout. 

Additional Information: A carved round wooden Oceanic specifically from the Trobriand Islands north of Papua New Guinea. Used as a community food dish. Traditional Oceanic and Trobriands geometric edge carving.

Lot details

Lot
46
Closed
June 27, 2025

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