Lot 141 , Sepik River crocodile low table/bench

Sepik River crocodile low table/bench

A Papua New Guinea Sepik River wooden ceremonial low table or bench, carved as a standing crocodile with looped tail and shell eyes and having central support carved with stylised masks, all with traces of white pigment, L 160cm
Estimate £120-180


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Sold for £240