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Aloro watches the work of butchering the pigs
Aloro watches the work of butchering the pigs
Object Number 2006.12.1.57.17
Display Title Aloro watches the work of butchering the pigs
Descriptions
Object Description Michael Rockefeller negatives; Wam Kaneke #2; Tri X; 35 negatives
Classification
  • Documentary
Department Photographic
Date 6/10/1961
Artist Michael Clark Rockefeller
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / New Guinea
Materials Negative, 35mm
Dimensions Overall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Family of Michael C. Rockefeller
Provenance
Donor Mary R. Morgan

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