EA/59/20 - 
nose ornament

nose ornament

Objectcode
EA/59/20
Description (brief)
Nose ornament (bipanew) cut from a sea shell. This ornament made from two parts is tied together with bark fibre cord and a resin like substance. The shape of the ornament is a headhunting symbol. Men wear this in a hole throught the nasal septum.
Dimensions (L x W)
12,0 x 6,0 cm

Thesaurus terms

Materials thesaurus
Materials thesaurus » organic » animal » shell
Cultural
Cultural origin » Papua » South West Coast » Asmat
Geographic
Geographical term » Papua » Division South New-Guinea » Subdivision Asmat
Object category
OVM Category » clothing and personal adornment » Jewelry » ear, nose, lips and chin jewelry