Mid 20th Century Hand-Carved Abelam "Yam" Helmet Mask (PNG) Unique Art The artist utilizes a multi-layered

The artist utilizes a multi-layered technique to create dynamic movement and an overall striking piece of art

triangular nose and prominent lips

West Africa

The Giza pyramids sit in the background

is nothing short of spectacular

Mid 20th Century Hand-Carved Abelam "Yam" Helmet Mask (PNG) Unique Art The artist utilizes a multi-layeredTraveling Man treasures is selling this handcrafted Abelam inspired "Yam" helmet mask from Papua New Guinea. While this is a non traditionally designed mask, there are many design elements present that appear on other customary Abelam artwork. Particularly salient are the sapsap decoration on the forehead and the stylistic representation of the headdress, as well as the plant based paints. This particular design has less common squarish and chiseled