Louis Ledoux: Papua New Guinea Collection

Murik Basket Bag, Handles and Three-Tone Design

This auction ended on November 16, 2021.

Start price: $100

Estimated price: $200 - $400

Buyer's Premium: 28%

Not sold

Description

Basket bag with handles and three-tone (lighter beige, red, grey) weave design. Very poor condition, but design is clearly visible.

Locale: Kaup, Murik Lakes, Lower Sepik River
Country: Papua New Guinea
Date: circa 1900
Material: Plant fiber, pigment
Dimensions: W 27" x H 18"

Provenance: Louis Pierre Ledoux Collection