Northwest Asmat Shield – Field Collected in Irogo Village A remarkable and authentic wooden shield from the Northwest Asmat region of West Papua, field collected in the remote village of Irogo. This impressive piece represents the powerful carving traditions of the Asmat people, known for their bold forms and deep spiritual significance. The shield displays strong, expressive motifs, likely connected to ancestral protection and warrior identity. Its surface shows a rich patina consistent with age and traditional use, yet it remains in excellent condition. Collected in situ by a German collector, this shield carries a solid provenance and reflects a period when such objects were still actively used within their cultural context. A striking and important object for collectors of Oceanic art, ethnographic material, or tribal sculpture. Condition: Excellent, with minor signs of age and handling Origin: Irogo village, Northwest Asmat, West Papua (Indonesia) Provenance: German private collection (field collected) We pack securely sending worldwide Sold by Koos Knol, ethnographer and anthropologist, dealer of Papua Tribal Art for more than 35 years, expert and author of the books “Papua Blues”, and “ik droomde dat je kwam”, written in Dutch. (Maybe in English whenever)  Published end of October 2024 and March 2026 Books about inside stories, that deal with the many encounters with special people in West Papua, the impressive experiences that the author has, about special encounters with men and women who tell him about secret things, about ethnographic objects and initiate him into the rituals and ceremonies. A must have for collectors, ethnographers, ethnologists, anthropologists and museums   Google:Papua Blues Koos Knol