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Bark surface, decorated with representation of a face
Bark surface, decorated with representation of a face
Object Number 973-11-70/5297
Display Title Bark surface, decorated with representation of a face
Descriptions
Object Description Bark surface, decorated with representation of a face
Inventory Description Curved, rectangular wood, with painted multicolor human face
Classification
  • Painting
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Papua New Guinea
Additional Geographic Terms Ialibu; Southern Highlands
Materials Wood, Paint
Dimensions Overall: 32.7 x 11.6 x 5.2 cm (12 7/8 x 4 9/16 x 2 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 973-11-70/5297 / TN33

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