Louis Ledoux: Papua New Guinea Collection
Lot 88:
PulPul Grass Skirt, multi-toned with grey, beige, red fibers, with a stunning shine.
Throughout Ledoux’s Manuscript/Diaries (lot 108), and Field Notebooks (lot 110), he mentions these pulpul grass skirts, explaining when short ones are worn, when long ones are worn, and even the ancient tradition of pulpul tie-dying. Women and children wearing pulpul grass skirts can be seen in Ledoux’s various photographs.
Locale: Kaup, Murik Lakes, Lower Sepik River
Country: Papua New Guinea
Date: 1936 or earlier
Material: Pulpul Grass, pigment
Dimensions: W 22" x L14"
Provenance: Louis Pierre Ledoux Collection
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