crucifix
Objectcode
EA/99/12
Description (brief)
Wooden crucifix decorated with engravings typical of the area. Stylized hands can be seen on the left-and right side of the cross. It is unknown whether this crucifix was made for the market, or for distribution among the villages through the mission.
Origin(s)
Mimika
Dimensions (L x W x H)
30,0 x 20,0 x 1,0 cm
Production technique
wood carving
Thesaurus terms
Materials thesaurus
Materials thesaurus
» organic
» vegetal
» wood
Cultural
Cultural origin
» Papua
» South West Coast
» Mimika Region
Geographic
Geographical term
» Papua
» Division Fak-Fak
» Subdivision Mimika
» Mimika
Object category
OVM Category
» art
» visual arts
» sculpture
OVM Category
» religie en ritueel
» representaties van het bovenaardse
OVM Category
» clothing and personal adornment
» Jewelry