An introduction to the life and work of George Brown, and his collection of ethnological artefacts.
Used during the initiation rites in a secret society. Fake attacks are performed against novices using these swords.
Collection Number | H0136624 |
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Artefact | Dance ornament |
Location | Bismarck Archipelago (New Britain/New Ireland) |
Materials | Softwood, Colouring, Plant fibre, twigs |
Dimensions/Weight | H: 2.8 cm / W: 10.9 cm / D: 78.4 cm / Wght: 62.4 g |
Collection Number | H0136626 |
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Artefact | Dance ornament |
Location | Bismarck Archipelago (New Britain/New Ireland) |
Materials | Softwood, Colouring - Probably including European Colour, Plant fibre, twigs, String. |
Dimensions/Weight | H: 5.1 cm / W: 9.9 cm / D: 82.4 cm / Wght: 75.4 g |