Warehouse Clear Out Sale
Lot 323:
Belt or band, plain red ochre, worn as body ornamentation on the arm or leg.
Various photographs taken by Louis Pierre Ledoux depict men, women, and children wearing these kinds of bands.
Locale: Kaup, Murik Lakes, Lower Sepik River
Country: Papua New Guinea
Date: 1936 or earlier
Material: plant fiber, pigment
Dimensions: L11" x W2"
Provenance: Louis Pierre Ledoux Collection
Condition: Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.
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