Skip to main content
Canoe ornament
Object Number 2004.24.17271
Display Title Canoe ornament
Descriptions
Object Description Canoe ornament. New Guinea: Trobriand Islands- Kiriwina Island. Taken by: F.P. Orchard. November, 1944. Cat. No. 83777.
Subject
  • Ornament
  • Carved
  • Decoration
  • Canoe
Department Photographic
Date 11/1/1944
Artist Frederick P. Orchard
Culture
  • Melanesia
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Trobriand Islands
Materials Negative, nitrate
Dimensions Overall: 8.89 x 12.7 cm (3 1/2 x 5 in.)

Important Note about Historical Language

Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.