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human figurine](https://papuaerfgoed.org/sites/default/files/styles/max_1300x1300/public/collectie/images/2004-01/EA_59_8.jpg?itok=v-BSEhwk)
human figurine
Objectcode
EA/59/8
Description (brief)
Representation inspired by a ancestral pole (bisj), carved from wood. The opened up shield carried by the figure consists of s-shaped figures possibly depicting ancestors. Example of new wood carving, made for sale or tourist market.
Dimensions (L x W)
98,0 x 19,0 cm
Production technique
wood carving
Thesaurus terms
Materials thesaurus
Materials thesaurus
» organic
» vegetal
» wood
Object category
OVM Category
» art
» visual arts
» sculpture
OVM Category
» religie en ritueel
» representaties van het bovenaardse