crucifix
Objectcode
EA/99/19
Description (brief)
Pendant shaped like a cross, carved out of wood. A projecting rim is carved around the edges of the cross, on the inside several engraved figures. A hole is made on top through which a piece of string is threaded.
Origin(s)
South coast
Dimensions (L x W)
6,0 x 3,0 cm
Production technique
wood carving
Thesaurus terms
Materials thesaurus
Materials thesaurus
» organic
» vegetal
» fibre
» hemp
» rope
Materials thesaurus
» organic
» vegetal
» wood
Cultural
Cultural origin
» Papua
» South Coast
Geographic
Geographical term
» Papua
» Division South New-Guinea
Object category
OVM Category
» religie en ritueel
» representaties van het bovenaardse
OVM Category
» clothing and personal adornment
» Jewelry
» neck, chest and back jewelry
OVM Category
» art
» visual arts
» sculpture