Telefomin Shield, Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea Height: 131 cm Wood and pigments. This remarkable shield is representative of the work of the Telefomin people, renowned for the elegance of their geometric compositions and the finesse of their carving. Intended to protect the warrior, it also served as a powerful symbol of identity, reflecting the craftsmanship of the artisans of the Western Highlands. Provenance: John Giltsoff, Brussels.
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Telefomin Shield, Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea
Height: 131 cm
Wood and pigments.
This remarkable shield is representative of the work of the Telefomin people, renowned for the elegance of their geometric compositions and the finesse of their carving. Intended to protect the warrior, it also served as a powerful symbol of identity, reflecting the craftsmanship of the artisans of the Western Highlands.
Provenance:
John Giltsoff, Brussels.
Sale
Thursday 26 November・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 15 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris