New Guinea: Woman of Wanigella. “She is in mourning”

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

This image depicts a handmade figurine crafted from materials such as clay or similar substances, featuring distinct characteristics like curly, textured black hair and expressive brown eyes. The figure is adorned with a necklace made from small seashells, complemented by additional white bead bracelets around the wrists. It wears a red and orange patterned cloth, wrapped around in a traditional style. The figure is positioned on a square platform with a painted green and yellow base, giving the impression of standing on grass or earth. In its left hand, the figure holds a small branch with vibrant red and green leaves, adding color contrast and visual interest to the scene.

This image depicts a handmade figurine crafted from materials such as clay or similar substances, featuring distinct characteristics like curly, textured black hair and expressive brown eyes. The figure is adorned with a necklace made from small seashells, complemented by additional white bead bracelets around the wrists. It wears a red and orange patterned cloth, wrapped around in a traditional style. The figure is positioned on a square platform with a painted green and yellow base, giving the impression of standing on grass or earth. In its left hand, the figure holds a small branch with vibrant red and green leaves, adding color contrast and visual interest to the scene.

Name/Title

New Guinea: Woman of Wanigella. “She is in mourning”

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.226

Description

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