Iatmul Wooden Suspension Hook in the Form of a Male Figure, 20th Century CE
Wood and Shell
111.8 x 25.4 x 24.1 cm
44 x 10 x 9 1/2 in
44 x 10 x 9 1/2 in
DE.059
Further images
Suspension hooks were used to hang food out of the reach of rats and other pests. The most opulent were decorated with human figures such as this one.
Suspension hooks were used to hang food out of the reach of rats and other pests. The most opulent were decorated with human figures such as this one.