Java- Native fisherman of Ontong, with fish net

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a handcrafted clay figurine representing a person with a textured surface, depicted standing on a small green and yellow base. The figurine's skin is a rich brown color, and it sports a full, textured black beard along with curly black hair. The facial features are detailed, with golden eyes that seem alert and expressive. The figure is minimally clothed, wearing a small piece around the waist and a strap crossing the torso, suggesting a tribal or traditional style. The right arm of the figure holds a long, slender spear that is topped with a net-like structure made from intertwined yellow strings. The base beneath the figurine includes small pebbles, adding a naturalistic element to the scene, and gives the impression of grass or earthy terrain. The craftsmanship is evident in the careful attention to detail, from the intricacies of the net to the lifelike posture. This piece combines earthy tones with vivid accents, resulting in a captivating representation that evokes a sense of cultural heritage or historical significance.

The image features a handcrafted clay figurine representing a person with a textured surface, depicted standing on a small green and yellow base. The figurine's skin is a rich brown color, and it sports a full, textured black beard along with curly black hair. The facial features are detailed, with golden eyes that seem alert and expressive. The figure is minimally clothed, wearing a small piece around the waist and a strap crossing the torso, suggesting a tribal or traditional style. The right arm of the figure holds a long, slender spear that is topped with a net-like structure made from intertwined yellow strings. The base beneath the figurine includes small pebbles, adding a naturalistic element to the scene, and gives the impression of grass or earthy terrain. The craftsmanship is evident in the careful attention to detail, from the intricacies of the net to the lifelike posture. This piece combines earthy tones with vivid accents, resulting in a captivating representation that evokes a sense of cultural heritage or historical significance.

Name/Title

Java- Native fisherman of Ontong, with fish net

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.160

Description

The Primitive and Aborigines peoples of the World Series. From the Saroff Doll Collection