Asmat hardwood Jungle Shield Prayer box The tradition of yathra weaving

The tradition of yathra weaving is dying out

A heavy solid silver belt featuring two thickly plaited silver rope chains joined by spacers

or Akua’s Child

Orange resin beads are highlighted a brass pendant featuring the viswa vajra and Om Mani Padme Hum mantra

Circa 1591-1707

Asmat hardwood Jungle Shield Prayer box The tradition of yathra weavingAsmat jungle hardwood shield. Wood carved and decorated with lime, ochre, charcoal, and shell beading. Central Asmat region, Irian Jaya (Indonesian Papua) Measurements: 104 cm x 39 cm, depth 17 cm From the Yartzhaus Collection of tribal art, formed over 30 years by John Le Veille and Le Arne Batkin. Part of a Lawson Menzies Auction July 19th 2008 Available for pickup (contact us for details). As this is an oversize item, please contact us for a