EA/41/5 - 
back ornament

back ornament

Objectcode
EA/41/5
Description (brief)
A long braided string tied together into a small pillow (woep). Probably made from barkfibre cord and decorated with orchide bark. The pillow is worn by men around the waist resting on the lower back. It also serves a a as a sign of digntiy. To the cord the penis sheath (koteka) is attached. The original wearer has chosen to use a western safety pin.
Dating
1955-1957 (verwerving)
Dimensions (L x W)
23,0 x 5,0 cm

Thesaurus terms

Materials thesaurus
Materials thesaurus » organic » vegetal » bark » bark fibre » bark fibre cord
Materials thesaurus » organic » vegetal » bark » orchid bark
Cultural
Cultural origin » Papua » Central Highlands » Central Highlands west » Moni
Geographic
Geographical term » Papua » Division Central New-Guinea » Subdivision Paniai » Paniai
Object category
OVM Category » clothing and personal adornment » Jewelry » hip jewelry, belt ornaments