Two earclips ·  India, Naga · ID: 3033179

Description

Xancus Pyrum shell, each decorated with the punched contour of a stylized human figure, cord material and thorn-like wooden peg, respective fine cane for attachment, on metal base;
the magic powers attributed to the Xancus Pyrum shell make it particularly suitable for the use as ear ornament. It is believed, in fact, that since it makes a sound, it improves the sense of hearing when placed near the ear. Ear ornaments with human figures are prerogative of the warriors, elders and members of the village council.

The object Two earclips with the object ID 3033179 was last part of the auction 70th tribal art auction at September 8, 2012 on Zemanek-Münster Auction house and had the lot number 28.

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Comparing literature

Somaré Grata, Vigorelli, Leonardo, The Nagas, Bergamo 1992, p. 106, ill. 7