Mai Mask, Crocodile Clan Emblem
Iatmul people, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea
Mid-20th century
Wood, ochres, mud, cassowary feathers, cut conus and nasa shells
L: 34 in x W: 5 in :: 86.36 cm x 12.7 cm
Ex-Carlbach, Ex-Collection Wm. Brill, NYC, acquired 1958
CF: Oceanic Art, pages, 225 & 226, related examples from the Basel Museum and Tropen museums, both also collected in the 1950s.
CF: Oceanic Art, pages, 225 & 226, related examples from the Basel Museum and Tropen museums, both also collected in the 1950s.
Inventory # 103135
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