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Catalog Number CAS 2019-0004-0078   CAS 2019-0004-0078; Carving (2 figures)
Category Carvings
Object Name Carving (2 figures)
Culture Melanesian
Global Region Oceania
Country Papua New Guinea
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Collection Name N/A
Materials Wood; Shell: Abalone (Haliotis sp.)
Description Wooden carving of two stacked figures on a tall, narrow pedestal, in totem pole style; Bottom figure is decorated with two small circular mother of pearl inlays; Meant to be viewed in profile.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 29.5, Width = 2.9, Thickness = 2.3