$458
GRADE SOCIETY FERN FIGURE, S. MALEKULA, VANUATU Carved male idol with traces of natural red pigment, early 20th C. Used to commemorate a man"s rank in the social hierarchy. (Provenance: Savoy Galleries, New York, NY, auction 1971). Excellent condition overall. On painted wooden base. 23" x 4"
Auctioneer:
Rago Auctions
Date:
2009-08-07