The Ramu Masks originated from the Ramu river in northern Papua New Guinea. Many local villagers have lived along the river for thousands of years and the river has formed the basis for food, transport and culture.Specifically there are mask-making villages all along the Sepik. Carved from hardwood, the mask is usually mark with a small piercing either in the nose or ears. It also has traces of shell inlay. In the lower Ramu River, the mask is often used in ceremonial dances.
We have a collection of these masks for sale. We would also like to buy single pieces or collections from various areas in Papua New Guinea ( PNG ) preferred collected before 1965.
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Marc Pinto Gallery
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Or call (08) 92218008
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