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Necklace - Papua, New Guinea
Necklace - Papua, New Guinea
Necklace - Papua, New Guinea
Necklace - Papua, New Guinea
Necklace - Papua, New Guinea
Necklace - Papua, New Guinea
Necklace - Papua, New Guinea
Necklace - Papua, New Guinea
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Necklace - Papua, New Guinea

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700 €
20th century
Tribal Art
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    <meta charset="UTF-8" />This beautiful necklace comes from Papua New Guinea and is handmade with cowrie shells embroidered on a natural fiber base. In Papua, this type of necklace is used in ceremonies and is custom made for each person. Its rounded outer shape symbolizes the universe while the circular hole in the center is a symbol of opening to eternal life. It is believed to bring the wearer a happy life and protection. Natural shells have always played a crucial role in ceremonial traditions in Papua. With their strong mythological significance they were considered links between the human and spiritual worlds, bringing fertility and well-being. In the past, shells were transported long distances across the Asia-Pacific, used as objects of exchange or as currency and to create bonds and relationships between people.

    REGION: Papua, New Guinea
    MATERIAL: Plant fibers, shell
    PERIOD: 20th century
    DIMENSIONS: 30 x 32 cm

    Ref: TO310V2B46

    Condition Good
    Style Tribal Art (Oceanic Body adornment of Tribal Art Style)
    Period 20th century (Oceanic Body adornment 20th century)
    Country of origin Papua New Guinea
    Length (cm) 30
    Width (cm) 32
    Materials Fibres Végétales, Shell
    Internal reference OC039
    Shipping Time Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days
    Location 75010, PARIS, France
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