Initiationspanel - 130 cm - ny guinea - yamate - Kamoro folk - Vest Papua (Ingen mindstepris)

This unique initiation panel is a stunning piece of tribal art from the Yamate Kamoro people of West Papua. Standing at an impressive 130cm, the panel features striking geometric designs and flower motifs. The vibrant colours used were traditionally obtained from natural sources such as roots and leaves and were applied on a white-based chalk layer. The panel is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the Kamoro people and would be a valuable addition to any collection of tribal art. This item is carefully packaged and shipped worldwide. The seller is Koos Knol, an ethnographer and anthropologist, who has dealt with Papua Tribal Art for more than 30 years. He is an expert and the author of the book "Papua Blues", written in Dutch (and potentially in English next year). To be published in late October 2024. "Papua Blues" is a captivating book filled with intimate stories and details of the many encounters with remarkable people in West Papua. It delves into the author's impressive experiences and special encounters with men and women who revealed to him secret things, including ethnographic objects, and initiated him in rituals and ceremonies. It is a must-have for collectors, ethnographers, ethnologists, anthropologists and museums. Google: Papua Blues Koos Knol