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P610

From: Borneo | Sarawak

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Native Name Kawit
Object Number P610
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Kayan
Provenience Borneo | Sarawak
Section Oceanian
Materials Tusk | Wood | Peel
Description

For hanging parangs, etc. Kawit. Wooden rod, square in cross section, with perforation at top. Upper section is also carved with geometric designs. Lower end is wrapped with rattan with two boars tusks attached.

Length 23.2 cm
Width 13.9 cm
Credit Line Gift of Dr. William H. Furness 3rd., 1898

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