Old mortar from the Sepik, Papua New Guinea, mid 20th century

Beautiful tribal object, this old used hardwood mortar from the Sepik. Beautifully stitched, all the way around. Evident traces of use and age and matching patina and in good condition!

Height: 37.5 cm
Weight: 1874 grams
Origin: Papua New Guinea
Date: mid 20th century
Provenance: ex Michoutouchkine & Pilioko