Feather Bag, Dani, Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea Height: 42 cm Plant fibers and feathers. Made of plant fibers and adorned with feathers, this bag was worn during ceremonies and important gatherings. It attests to the sophistication of craftsmanship in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea, where feather adornments played an essential role in expressing prestige and identity. Provenance: American gallery.
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€100 - €200
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Feather Bag, Dani, Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea
Height: 42 cm
Plant fibers and feathers.
Made of plant fibers and adorned with feathers, this bag was worn during ceremonies and important gatherings. It attests to the sophistication of craftsmanship in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea, where feather adornments played an essential role in expressing prestige and identity.
Provenance:
American gallery.
Sale
Thursday 26 November・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 15 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris