Numero oggetto
1909.336x
Nome oggetto
Creatore
Descrizione
General Description: Two pieces of a 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 Purari, called 'ore'. Design of faces represents 'imuni' ancestral spirits. 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)
Data
, 1909 pre
Luogo di produzione
New Guinea (Maker)
Materiale
Tecnica
Dimensioni
- whole length 140.0 cm
- whole height 16.8 cm
Named Collection: Dauncey Collection
