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Men have stopped; one holds up his hands and they sing; many spears
Men have stopped; one holds up his hands and they sing; many spears
Object Number 2006.12.1.79.10
Display Title Men have stopped; one holds up his hands and they sing; many spears
Descriptions
Object Description Michael Rockefeller negatives; Asukpalek Etai; Tri X; 400 ASA; 34 negatives
Classification
  • Documentary
Department Photographic
Date 7/28/1961
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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