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In back of Wereklowé's sili; man withdraws the holy stones
In back of Wereklowé's sili; man withdraws the holy stones
Object Number 2006.15.1.33.8
Display Title In back of Wereklowé's sili; man withdraws the holy stones
Descriptions
Object Description Jan Broekhuijse negatives taken during Harvard Peabody New Guinea Expedition; Wam Kaneke #1; 36 negatives; Tri X
Classification
  • Documentary
Department Photographic
Date 6/10/1961
Artist Jan Broekhuyse
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / New Guinea
Materials Negative, 35mm
Dimensions Overall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Jan Broekhuijse
Provenance
Donor Jan Broekhuyse

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