Aboriginal Tiwi Ceremonial Pukamani Pole. Carved ironwood and natural earth pigments. Illustrated xxx. (H157cm) Reference: Isaacs, J. "Tiwi, Art, History, Culture", p.220; a photograph of the Tiwa Pima saleroom c.1980s shows this pole in the foreground.
Estimate $1,000-2,000
Condition: Repaired to neck.
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