Head
Artist
New Guinea
MediumWood, shell
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of Ben Birmbaum
Object number1973.59
DescriptionWooden head with cowrie shells for eyes.Oval shaped head stained a dark color. Eyes are inset with cowrie shells. Long thin nose, thin lips, protruding ears, and a raised hairline. Recessed area in back that may have been for hanging/mount.
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INDONESIA/MELANESIA
1910
PACIFIC
New Guinea