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Fine ceremonial headdress, Lardil group, Mornington Island.…
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Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
18-Apr-2021
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Description:
Fine ceremonial headdress, Lardil group, Mornington Island. These elaborate, feathered and ochred constructions were worn by dancers during public phases of circumcision ceremonies. Painted natural pigment, emu feathers and hand-spun human hair string on paper bark base. Provenance: Private Collection, New South Wales. Approx. length 43 x 24 cm
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Category:
Unclassified