Metadata
Title
PLUIM
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Description
Pluim, suèlarè (Dani language)
This suèlarè is made of cassowary feathers. Birds have a strong association with the spirits of the deceased and an object would have been used on important occasions, such as ritual battles or victory celebrations. They could be carried in the hand or affixed to other...
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Location of creation
Baliem valley (Indonesia)
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Material(s)
quill (feather)
stalk
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Date made
Jan 1, 1959
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Type(s)
plumes
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Technique(s)
No Technique(s) available
Maker(s)
No Maker(s) available
Inscription(s)
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