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Massim Carved Wood Pig, Milne Bay Province, Northern Massim, Kiriwina Island, Papua New Guinea, early 20th century, standing on four short legs, with chip-carved decoration, some with lime pigment, piercings for attachments, (age crack), lg. 9 3/4 in. Estimate $500-700 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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2020-12-14

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