Ethnographic Antique Carvings

Made in PNG late 20thC. See ruler / bottle / hand for size.

See ruler / bottle / hand for size.

For Sale a Rare small handmade Shark carving pendant. Made in the Torre Strait islands or across the border of Papua New Guinea. i purchased it on Thurs island at local craft markets . im not sure what its made from either shell or bone happy bidding

Vintage hand carved Maori pieces comprising of tiki wall plaques great for wall display.Small dish and spoon.Sizes variable from largest 25cm to smallest 12 cm.All in vintage condition.

This carving is part of a wonderful collection amassed by this individual (who wishes to remain anonymous) and her husband over a 25 year period and brought back to Australia in the early 90's. Over 600 pieces in total.

See ruler / bottle / hand for size. or if you are wanting advice on an Antique you have or are thinking about buying we are happy to appraise it for you. Made in early to mid 20thC.

An incised signature is on the back and the words New Zealand. The face is expertly carved representing the facial tattoos. The eyes are highlighted with paua shell. It is free standing or can be hung on a wall.

Great as a plant stand or a little stool.

Local pick up Adelaide Hills Lobethal.

Collected in the 1960's by a manager of a large multi-national firm who spent 25 years living and working in PNG in the East New Britain area around Kokopo, this is a stunning very large (95cm tall) well carved Kwoma Spirit Mask from the Kwoma/Nukuma, Upper Sepik region of Papua New Guinea.

In exc cond stands at 750 mm high.

In exc cond stands at 750 mm high.

PAPUA NEW GUINEA CARVED STORY BOARD FROM KAMBOT VILLAGE,KERAM RIVER,LOWER SEPIK. THE KAMBOT STORYBOARDS DEPICT A VILLAGE TALE AND THIS ONE FEATURES TWO VILLAGERS IN A CROCODILE PROW CANOE WITH THEIR HUNTING DOGS AT EITHER END.

AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL. Possibly a digging stick. Wooden Carving. Early 20th Century.

Local oral tradition describes the origin of these distinctive images. Hearing the noise, the sun's mother, the moon, turned around and saw what the yipwon had done. Terrified at being caught, the yipwon fled into the ceremonial house, where they stretched themselves out against the back wall, turning into wood images.

Vintage wooden mask hand carved Papua New Guinea. Good condition. Some cracks at the back. Please, look photos for description. Approximately 53 cm high, 9 cm wide, 5 cm deep, 400 gr weight. Thank you for looking. Please, check our other items for sale.

Old Carved Wooden Bowl / Basket. …beautiful display / accent piece. A blue-water yachtsman, he sailed his own 60ft yacht, the "Moana Vahine", from Hong Kong to Southern Turkey, down the South China Sea, across the Indian Ocean, and up the full length of the Red Sea, via Singapore, Panang, Sri lanki, The Maldive Islands, and French Djibouti.

This is a fabulous Old Papua New Guinea Suspension Hook with Painted Clan Colors and Symbols from the Iatmul People of the Sepik Region, Papua New Guinea. These bags are hung from the hook-shaped prongs at the base to keep them out of reach of vermin.

Collected in the 1960's by a manager of a large multi-national firm who spent 25 years living and working in PNG in the East New Britain area around Kokopo, this is a very rare stunning fine old Double Spirit Mask from the Bemari Village, Ramu River, Papua New Guinea.

This is a stunning carving. This piece is part of a wonderful collection amassed by this individual (who wishes to remain anonymous) and her husband over a 25 year period and brought back to Australia in the early 90's.

This is part of a wonderful collection amassed by this individual (who wishes to remain anonymous) and her husband over a 25 year period and brought back to Australia in the early 90's. Over 600 pieces in total.

Beautiful rare artefacts with a hand carved lid of a man crouching down covering his face, likely representing that these darts and quiver were used in tribal warfare. Circa 1950. Sarawak, Borneo. In Borneo the Blowpipe is a narrow wooden tube having a hole in the center to allow a stream of air to be directed onto a bullet when blowing the blowpipe.

A set of 2 carvings. Lady is wooden and I think the tall man is possibly resin or coated wood.

This carving is part of a wonderful collection amassed by this individual (who wishes to remain anonymous) and her husband over a 25 year period and brought back to Australia in the early 90's. Over 600 pieces in total.

This is a fine old painted carved Ancestor Spirit House Mask from the Tambanum Village, Papua New Guinea. Carved out of a soft wood with shell for eyes, this mask has the distinctive features of the region.

Collected in the 1960's by a manager of a large multi-national firm who spent 25 years living and working in PNG in the East New Britain area around Kokopo, this is a very rare stunning fine old Barak/Yamburai Parak Mask from the Terebu Village, East of Wewak, Sepik River Coast Region of Papua New Guinea.

I love this piece and it will be a sad and very reluctant sale.

Beautiful hand carved African elephant sculptures, both made from a dense rosewood. The toenails of the elephant are made of a 'bone'. Antique Hardware & Fittings. Everything unique and eclectic. Let the good finds roll!

Carved out of a soft wood with kauri shell for eyes, this mask has the distinctive features of the region. The estimated age of the piece is between 1960’s to 1970’s.

This is an old painted carved Bird of Paradise from the Tambanum Village, Papua New Guinea. Carved out of a soft wood with shell for eyes, this mask has the distinctive features of the region. The estimated age of the piece is between 1960’s to 1970’s.

Collected in the 1960's by a manager of a large multi-national firm who spent 25 years living and working in PNG in the East New Britain area around Kokopo, this is a very rare stunning fine old Spirit Mask with cowrie shell eyes from the Ramu River, East Sepik, Papua New Guinea.

Collected in the 1960's by a manager of a large multi-national firm who spent 25 years living and working in PNG in the East New Britain area around Kokopo, this is a very fine old Spirit Mask from the Sawos people, East Sepik Region, Papua New Guinea.

This “buy it now” is for one didgeridoo only. Please nominate This collection was built up over 30 years ago by myself. For viewings and store address details please purchase as per EBay policy then we can cancel transaction should artifact be unsuitable upon viewing. some of these smaller Didgeridoo’s are selling for less .. Pick up or post from West Brunswick Melbourne

This traditional village carving was only developed mid to late 20thC. Authentic Original : from Kamot Village, Karam River, New Guinea (Lower Sepik). Approx size 65 x 40 cm. Good condition.

Fijian War Club. Whether it is a Genuine original from the 19th century or a remade art piece. Brought back from Fiji in the 1990's. Authenticity unknown. With beautiful etching and artwork designs down shaft and head.

Collected in the 1960's by a manager of a large multi-national firm who spent 25 years living and working in PNG in the East New Britain area around Kokopo, this is a very rare stunning well carved Mask from the Kairiru Island, East Sepik, Papua New Guinea.

3 Trobriand Island Carvings. These three pieces are carved from striped ebony. Pestle 195mm h. x 82mm w. x 105mm depth. Paddle 555mm l. x 65mm w. x 12mm thickness.

The letter ‘P’ and a double flag motif carved into side of crocs head. (Refer to last pic). 50mm height.

Collected in the 1960's by a manager of a large multi-national firm who spent 25 years living and working in PNG in the East New Britain area around Kokopo, this is a very fine old Koiwut Mask from the Sawos people, East Sepik Region, Papua New Guinea.

FROM ANGORAM IN THE SEPIK DISTRICT. MOST UNUSUAL CARVING.

Featuring turtle demon. Old carved wooden tribal mask.

A stunning carving from a single piece of multi tonal wood. Amazing facial detailing. Approx 24cm tall. I have owned it since 2000 and was told it was over 50 years old then but I am no expert.