Oc018 Gam Pectoral In Melo-melo Shell – Papua New Guinea

Object description :

"Oc018 Gam Pectoral In Melo-melo Shell – Papua New Guinea"

Gam pectoral in melo-melo shell – Papua New Guinea Important pendant called Parure des Grands Hommes. It is made up of part of the shell called Melo-Melo, which is particularly important. Holes allow a rope to pass through, allowing it to be worn like a breastplate. Beautiful surface patina. Tiny accident on the shell, probably of natural cause. This shell, used by the Dani people, will have traveled kilometers to reach the Highlands region.
REGION: Papua New Guinea
MATERIAL: Melo-melo shell, fiber
PERIOD: 20th century D
IMENSION: 28 x 20.5 x 7 cm (Base)
Inventory number: OC018

Price: 900 €

Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition

Material: Other
Length: 28 cm
Width: 20,5 cm
Depth: 7 cm

Reference: 1247030