Bol - Lot 86

Bol Massim area, Papua New Guinea Carved wood and traces of pigment Circa 20th century Length: 80 cm Height: 14 cm Bowl with a deeply curved ovoid body, carved in bas-relief with stylized anthropomorphic and zoomorphic motifs. The outer surface presents a dynamic composition, featuring hybrid creatures with a mixture of lizard and fish features. In the center, a human figure with outstretched arms asserts its presence. The interior of the bowl reveals a beautiful patina of use, testifying to its handling over time. ---- Ovoid bowl with a deeply curved body, carved in low relief with stylized anthropomorphic and zoomorphic motifs. The outer surface features a dynamic composition, notably including hybrid creatures with characteristics reminiscent of both lizards and fish. At the center, a human figure with widely outstretched arms commands attention. The interior bears a beautiful patina of use, attesting to its handling over time,