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Two warriors walking, a kaio off in the distance
Two warriors walking, a kaio off in the distance
Object Number 2006.12.1.11.27
Display Title Two warriors walking, a kaio off in the distance
Descriptions
Object Description Michael Rockefeller negatives, Weem; Plus X; 160 ASA; 34 negatives
Classification
  • Documentary
Department Photographic
Date 4/15/1961
Artist Michael Clark Rockefeller
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 Family of Michael C. Rockefeller
Provenance
Donor Mary R. Morgan

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