Lot 344
Precontact Sepik River Mask | Ernst Henrich Collection, Published
Precontact Sepik River Mask | Ernst Henrich Collection, Published
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Lower Sepik River, Papua New Guinea, ca. 19th century. Carved with pre-metal tools, presenting a powerful elongated ovoid form. The forehead is surmounted by a partially eroded animal-form amulet with openwork profile, above a pair of raised, stacked nodes suggestive of eyes. The face is highly expressive, with asymmetrical open eye apertures, a pronounced elongated nose with ribbed septum perforated across and above the nostrils, and an upturned mouth set above a ridged loop at the tip of the chin. The overall composition retains a strikingly animated presence. Custom base. Ernst Heinrich collection, one of the most renowned collector/dealers in Germany in the first half of the 20th century. Published: Conru, Ernst Heinrich. An Extraordinary Collector, 2025. Conru, Kevin, et al. Ernst Heinrich: An Extraordinary Collector. Belgium, Conru Editions., 2025. Size: 17.25”H (43.8cm).
Provenance: Ex. Ernst Heinrich Collection, Stuttgart-Bad Canstatt. Ex. Alexander Kubetz Collection, Munich. Published: Conru, Kevin, et al, Ernst Heinrich: An Extraordinary Collector. Belgium, Conru Editions., 2025.
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Item #
71611
- Condition: The surface conveys considerable age, with a rough, weathered patina and layers of erosion revealing traces of pigment and softened carved detail. Losses are visible along the rim, forehead, and nose.
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| $750 | $1,499 | $50 |
| $1,500 | $2,999 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $7,499 | $250 |
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