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Three sets of pearl shell nose ornaments, Ramu area, 19th…
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Sydney
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17-Aug-2015
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Three sets of pearl shell nose ornaments, Ramu area, 19th century; in graduated sizes as they were worn in a man's nose. These type of old nose ornaments called 'Ondogo' are depicted on old masks from the Ramu area and were worn by most men in pre-contact times. 3 - 6 cm (16)
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Tribal: New Guinean