Object number
1909.337x
Object
Creator
Description
General Description: Decoratively carved bark belt, painted red and white, with plant fibre attached, from the Papuan Gulf Province, New Guinea, Melanesia (, )
Researcher Description: Man's belt from Orokolo, Papuan Gulf. Decoration could be a fish design. Can be everyday wear for men of high standing. Also for fighting as it provides protection from arrows. Lime and ochre paint. (Joshua Bell, UEA, 2007)
Production date
, 1909 pre
Production place
New Guinea (Maker)
Material
Technique
Dimensions
- whole length 199.5 cm
- whole height 19.6 cm
Associations
Named Collection: Dauncey Collection
