Rectangular strip; woven glass beads; white ground, red edges; "JOHANS LALOAN BUNAI" in black; blue and black pinwheel panels at ends; cord ties with tassels; tan canvas backing

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MakerArtist unknown, Papua New Guinea

Dateundated

MediumPearl Oyster, human hair, cotton cord

ClassificationsClothing and accessories

Credit LineFLMNH Transfer

Object number2013.76.8

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Visual DescriptionRectangular strip; woven glass beads; white ground, red edges; "JOHANS LALOAN BUNAI" in black; blue and black pinwheel panels at ends; cord ties with tassels; tan canvas backing

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