A GROUP OF ABELAM KARAHUT FIGURES

Item Code: OC8434

Origin:  New Guinea,  N. of the Middle Sepik River, Foothills of the Prince Alexander Mountains, Abelam People

Description:  These "karahuts" are woven from hibiscus bark twine, decorated with boar's tusks, small Nasa shells and Cowrie shell eyes with applied ochre and charcoal paints.   Karahuts  are used in a number of ceremonies.  During dancing they are held between the teeth using a string coming out from the back about the level of the eyes.  When not being used they are hung around the neck and lie in the middle of the man's back. 

Dimensions:  Height 12.25" (31 cm) to 15.5" (39 cm) 

Price:   SOLD

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