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Old Yam Headdress - Abelam

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Item Details

Description

Title: Old Yam headdress - Abelam -

Origin: Papua New Guinea

Date: Mid 20th century

Materials: Natural fibers, pigment

Size: 35 x 35 cm

Fine polychrome Yam headdress with rich details from Papua New Guinea. This headdress was used at annual celebrations to honor important Yam plants. It costs a month to make 1 piece. Sold without stand.

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