Tattoo Pattern

P232

From: Borneo | Sarawak

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number P232
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Kayan
Provenience Borneo | Sarawak
Date Made Before 1897
Section Oceanian
Materials Wood
Description

Flat piece of wood carved to leave a pattern in high relief. The block is inked and pressed onto the skin as a guide for the tattooing. Rectangular block, completely filled by a repeat motif of a human face.

Height 9.2 cm
Width 4.57 cm
Credit Line Gift of Dr. William H. Furness 3rd., 1898

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