Hornbill Figure (Kenyalang)

Iban people

mid to late 20th century

Not on view

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Title: Hornbill Figure (Kenyalang)
Date: mid to late 20th century
Geography: Malaysia, Borneo
Culture: Iban people
Medium: Wood, tradecloth, fiber, copper coins, paint, plastic, iron nails
Dimensions: Length 68 in.
Classification: Wood-Sculpture
Credit Line: Gift of Fred and Rita Richman, 1996
Object Number: 1996.184.2
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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