Sword Sheath

52-17-2B

From: Borneo

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number 52-17-2B
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Dayak
Provenience Borneo
Section Oceanian
Materials Wood
Description

Wooden sheath made from two pieces of wood tied together with two pieces of peel. Carved designs around the base of the sheath and at the opposite end. Strip of skin with light and dark spotted fur is wrapped around additional bark sheath attached.

Length 58 cm
Width 6 cm
Credit Line Gift of John G. Witthoft, 1952

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