Staff God
Late 18th-early 19th century CE (Pacific) (1 janv. 1780 – 1 janv. 1820)
Description:
- From Cook islands
- Carving was made of wood, wrapping made of barkcloth
- Depicts a long body of a deity that is adorned with many small figures below the head
- Meant to be used as a religious artifact containing the spirital essence of its community
Photo:
https://collectionapi.metmuseum.org/api/collection/v1/iiif/769267/1850523/restricted
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