Lot No. 79


A Sepik suspension hook 'Samban'.


A Sepik suspension hook 'Samban'. - Tribal Art

Around 1900. Wood. 43 cm. The large head refers to 'Waken', one of the supernatural beings. Before embarking on a raid or hunting expedition, the initiated men could consult the 'Waken' by giving it offerings hung from the hook. (VJ)

Provenance:
Phillip Goldman collection, London; Important Belgian collection.

Specialist: Joris Visser Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34

Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com

04.10.2021 - 15:26

Estimate:
EUR 9,000.- to EUR 10,000.-
Starting bid:
EUR 7,000.-

A Sepik suspension hook 'Samban'.


Around 1900. Wood. 43 cm. The large head refers to 'Waken', one of the supernatural beings. Before embarking on a raid or hunting expedition, the initiated men could consult the 'Waken' by giving it offerings hung from the hook. (VJ)

Provenance:
Phillip Goldman collection, London; Important Belgian collection.

Specialist: Joris Visser Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34

Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com


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Auction: Tribal Art
Auction type: Online auction
Date: 04.10.2021 - 15:26
Location: Vienna | Palais Dorotheum
Exhibition: 29.09. - 04.10.2021