Bandolier

89-17-90B

From: Papua New Guinea | Western Province, Papua New Guinea

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

Object Number 89-17-90B
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Yonggom/Muyu
Provenience Papua New Guinea | Western Province, Papua New Guinea
Section Oceanian
Materials Plant Fiber
Description

Pair of bandoliers (nimduk). Knotted Gnetum bands, worn by both men and women in pairs, crossed over chest. Everyday and ceremonial dress. made by Dong Daamop, Ninibiran clan, Dome village. Purchased from her son, daki Watan, Dimin clan, Dome village 6/13/88. Made for collection.

Credit Line Purchased from Stuart A. Kirsch, 1989
Other Number 26A - Other Number

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