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Sarmi-Jayapura

Canoe Prow Ornament

Sarmi, 1866-1932

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Sarmi-Jayapura

Canoe Prow Ornament

Sarmi, 1866-1932

Physical Qualities Wood, 18 in. (45.7 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. L. Manuel Hendler
Object Number 1947.201
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift, 1947; Mr. and Mrs. L. Manuel Hendler.
Kevin Tervala, "Oceanic Art at The Baltimore Museum of Art," Tribal Arts Magazine 104 (Summer 2022): 106-113. Illustrated on pg. 107.

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Sarmi-Jayapura

2000–2000

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