Rare pectoral ornament
Papua New Guinea, North Coast, Aitape Region, Wawapu
sold
EUR 500
Provenance
Plantikow, Osterholz-Scharmbeck, GermanySize
H: 24 cm
H: 9.4 inch
Description
rattan, boar tusks, nassa snails, resin, Abrus precatorius (paternoster pea), plant fibure,
This rare pectoral ornament was worn both as a personal adornment and in combat to protect the warrior from arrows.