Tribal, Jewelry, Art, Coins, and Asian
Sat, Sep 16, 2023 01:00PM EDT
Lot 185
Tolai Spirit Figures
Estimate: $100 - $200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
Chalk figures used by the Iniet secret society in magical ceremony and then buried. These statues measure approximately 11" x 6 1/2" x 5" and 10" x 5" x 3" respectively and like most unearthed examples are marred by missing bits of chalk and general wear throughout. From the collection of a world traveler of 45+ years who has circumnavigated the globe via sailboat. Heavy shipping items. Please inquire regarding shipping rates prior to bidding. Keywords: Papua New Guinea, New Ireland, tribal, ceremonial, carving, sculpture, New Britain, South Pacific, Solomon Islands
