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Dance Sticks Tolai |
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Region:
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Melanesia
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CCountry:
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Papua New Guinea
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Island Group or Local Origin:
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New Britain, Tolai
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Category:
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Ceremonial
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Size:
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18" - 3'
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| Finely carved and painted dance sticks adorned with feathers and bush material accompany many Tolai ceremonies and rituals. Often they include Tumbuan figures, crocodiles, snakes and even contemporary symbols such as a Christian cross | ||
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