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Wam aka. (pig tail). showing method of making: feet forms a compass with heel planted and toes scribing circle.
Wam aka. (pig tail). showing method of making: feet forms a compass with heel planted and toes scribing circle.
Object Number 2006.17.1.165.6
Display Title Wam aka. (pig tail). showing method of making: feet forms a compass with heel planted and toes scribing circle.
Descriptions
Object Description Karl Heider negatives taken during Harvard Peabody New Guinea Expedition; 36 negatives; Plus X
Classification
  • Documentary
Department Photographic
Date 8/1/1963
Artist Karl G. Heider
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / New Guinea
Materials Negative, black and white
Dimensions Overall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Karl G. Heider
Provenance
Donor Karl G. Heider

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Wam aka. (pig tail). showing method of making: feet forms a compass with heel planted and toes scribing circle.
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