1909.337x

Unknown (Maker)

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)

, 1909 pre

New Guinea (Maker)

carved, painted

Named Collection: Dauncey Collection