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The back of head and shoulders of woman; her hair plastered with mud
The back of head and shoulders of woman; her hair plastered with mud
Object Number 2006.15.1.32.3
Display Title The back of head and shoulders of woman; her hair plastered with mud
Descriptions
Object Description Jan Broekhuijse negatives taken during Harvard Peabody New Guinea Expedition; Wakun Weake #4; 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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