Catalog Number | CAS 2014-0001-0003 | |
Category | Carvings | |
Object Name | Carving (hook) | |
Culture | Melanesian: Yimam people | |
Global Region | Oceania | |
Country | Papua New Guinea | |
State/Prov./Dist. | Middle Sepik River: Blackwater and Korewori Rivers region | |
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Maker's Name | Unknown | |
Date of Manufacture | 1990-1994 | |
Collection Name | N/A | |
Materials | Wood; Paint or stain | |
Description | 3-dimensional carving in the form of an elongated human shown standing on one foot, representing a war and hunting deity; Figure has a very elongated head with pointed head and long, tapering beard; Figure’s body is depicted by a series of V-shaped hooks, with the upper ones pointing downward and the lower ones pointing upward; Entire carving is stained or painted black. | |
Dimensions (cm) | Height = 45.6, Width = 3.4, Depth = 6.4 |