Iatmul Suspension Hook Figure tombvessel This exquisite artifact bridges utility

This exquisite artifact bridges utility and artistry

likely part of a larger horse and rider group

The Art Institute Of Chicago

Inca Civilization

Iatmul Suspension Hook Figure tombvessel This exquisite artifact bridges utilityIatmul People, Mid 20th Century, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea A finely carved and painted wooden suspension hook featuring two anthropomorphic figures, one with a triangular face, beaked nose, and simply rendered eyes. Another figure occupies the rear end of the object, its arms extending outward to form the functional hooks. The opposite end echoes the same overall form but is carved without facial features, bearing only a single drilled