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AEDPapua New Guinea Suspension Hook
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232 E 59th St
New York, NY 10022
United States
1stbid is a leading auction house specializing in authentic antique and vintage hand-woven rugs, as well as a curated selection of objets d'art from around the world. Our collection is carefully hand-picked and assessed by proprietor Victor Mashihi, whose family has been in the business of selling r...Read more
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LiveApr 26, 2026
A selection of fine art and hand-woven rugs. Auction: April 18, 2026, 2:00 PM EST. Preview by appointment: 232 E 59th Street, New York, NY. For inquiries or bidding arrangements: info@1stbid.com | +1 917-623-6308. 1stbid info@1stbid.com
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This item is a traditional Papua New Guinea suspension hook (known as samban) from the Sepik River region, typically crafted by the Iatmul people. • Function: Historically used to hang food, weapons, or items to keep them away from insects and water. • Design: Features carved ancestral or spirit faces, often stylized with human or animal characteristics. • Materials: Typically made from hand-carved wood, sometimes decorated with cowrie shells for eyes or pigments. • Cultural Significance: These hooks held both utilitarian and ceremonial importance, acting as a link to ancestors. 2’1” x 6”
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