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nose ornament](https://papuaerfgoed.org/sites/default/files/styles/max_1300x1300/public/collectie/images/2005-04/EA_21_12.jpg?itok=yXtf-Krf)
nose ornament
Objectcode
EA/21/12
Description (brief)
Nose ornament made from two parts attached to each other using tree bark chord and a clay-like substance. The shape of the ornament (bipanew) is a headhunting symbol. Worn by men through the pierced septum.
Dating
1955-1959
Dimensions (Ø)
21,0 cm
Thesaurus terms
Materials thesaurus
Materials thesaurus
» organic
» animal
» shell
Cultural
Cultural origin
» Papua
» South West Coast
» Asmat
Geographic
Geographical term
» Papua
» Division South New-Guinea
» Subdivision Asmat
Object category
OVM Category
» clothing and personal adornment
» Jewelry
» ear, nose, lips and chin jewelry