GREAT! Old dancing staff of the Abelam, Papua New Guinea, 1st half of the 20th century

Ancient dancing staff of the Abelam, Eastern Sepik area, Papua New Guinea. Polychrome and blessed with convincing signs of wear. Light wood. Mounted on a (slightly rusty) stand that is included. Stand is quite heavy...

Length: 70 cm, including stand approx. 75 cm
Weight: 1162 cm
Origin: Abelam tribe, PNG
Date: First half 20th century
Origin: Ex Michoutouchkine and Pilioko

Including stand