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Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe

Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe
This vintage sculpture from Papua New Guinea features a beautiful Subut bird, carved in wood with great attention to detail. The piece was created in the 1950s in the Yamok tradition, originating from the Korogo Village. It stands at 16 inches tall and is 4 and 1/2 inches wide. The sculpture represents a great addition to any art collection, especially for those interested in animals and Oceania culture. It is an original piece, produced with the traditional carving technique, and it shows great realism in portraying the Subut bird. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a unique and authentic sculpture from Papua New Guinea. THE SUBUT IS THE GOOD SPIRIT IN THE CREATION STORY. THE SUBUT RECUED THE SPIRIT WOMAN FROM THE EVIL CROCODILE AND PROTECTED HER THROUGH THE BIRTH OF HER EGGS.
Vintage Papua New Guinea, Yamok, Village, Subut Bird Sculpture, Sowas Tribe