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A Kambot Village Storyboard from Papua New Guinea

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Description

A Kambot Village Storyboard from Papua New Guinea created by the Kambot Tribe in the lower Sepik region. 


Cultural Significance: Storyboards are a traditional art form used to depict narratives of village life, adventures, encounters with wild animals, or spiritual stories. 
Artistic Style: Hand-carved from wood and sometimes feature terracotta-colored tones. The carvings are characterized by detailed bas-relief work showing figures, traditional houses, and flora like palm trees.
Dimensions: 16 inches H x 26 W.
Condition: Crack to wood, as shown.

Condition report:

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