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English: Kanak doorpost (detail) for a large ceremonial house, Kanak sculpture. Houp wood, New Caledonia, 17th century.
Français : Chambranle d'une grande maison cérémonielle, sculpture canaque. Bois houp, XVIIIe siècle, Nouvelle-Calédonie.
Dimensions H. 1.83 m (6 ft.)
institution QS:P195,Q19675
Current location
Pavillon des Sessions
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MH 31.50.2
Credit line Pasteur Rey-Lescure expedition for the Musée de l'Homme, 1930; on deposit from the Musée de l'Homme
Source/Photographer Jastrow (2006)

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