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Hook represneting a woman called Klingenmas. Papua-New Guinea, East Sepik region, Kapriman people, from the village of Tungimbit, late 17th-early 18th CE. Hook to hang the nets with food items, clothing etc. According to its previous owner the figure represents a female paternal ancestor; guardian of the house, she kept evil spirits away. Wood, plant fibers, 103 x 25 x 15 cm. 71.1961.103.305. Photo: Patrick Gries.
Location
Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac/Paris/France
Unique Identifier
ART513679
Type
Image
Purpose
Public
Size
2100px × 2684px
Photo Credit
© musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, Dist. RMN-Grand Palais / Art Resource, NY
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17th century CE
18th century CE
Female
Figure, Sculpture
Hook, Tool
Sepik River Region, Papua New Guinea
Woodcarving