Ramu Ondogo Nose Ornaments Set
click the photo to enlarge
Three sets of pearl shell nose ornaments, Ramu area, 19th century; in graduated sizes as they were worn in a man's nose. These type of old nose ornaments called 'Ondogo' are depicted on old masks from the Ramu area and were worn by most men in pre-contact times. 3 - 6 cm (16)
You must be a subscriber, and be logged in to view price and dealer details.
Subscribe Now to view actual auction price for this item
When you subscribe, you have the option of setting the currency in which to display prices to $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
This item has been sold, and the description, image and price are for reference purposes only.
This item has been included into following indexes:
-
New Guinea tribal artefacts
- masks and helmets 510
- ornaments 97
- other artefacts 1,213
Visually similar items
Good boxed pink coral graduated bead necklace, with 18ct gold clasp, 13-17 mm beads, size: approx 55 cm length
Sold by
in
for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
Large strand of Bakelite cherry amber coloured beads
Sold by
in
for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
Twelve Wedgwood jasper ware zodiac dishesDiameter 11.5 cm approx
Sold by
in
for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
A cherry amber bead necklace together with another amber bead necklace
Sold by
in
for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.