Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #WNM

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Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
close up of Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
close up of Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
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Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
close up of Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
close up of Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment
Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #5 from the Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea. Made of Fiber, Boar Tusks, Shells, Pigment

Karaut (Pectoral) Ornament #WNM

$1,400.00

  • Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea

  • Fiber, Boar Tusks, Nassa Shells, Pigment

  • Early/Mid 20th Century

  • Dimensions: 13.75 x 3.5 x 3.25 in. / 35 x 9 x 8 cm

  • Height on custom display stand: 15.625 in. / 40 cm

  • Provenance: Ex. Michael Hamson

This piece is an excellent example of adornment used by Abelam warriors to frighten their enemies. They are held in a warrior’s mouth for courage and to intimidate their adversary. Away from combat, they are appealing and captivating.

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