Unknown, New Guinea (Manam Island)
Unknown, New Guinea (Manam Island)
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BiographyIn the traditional societies of New Guinea, encompassing the Manam Island locality, the conventional concept of individual artistic recognition, as outlined within Western artistic frameworks, was notably lacking. Moreover, martial artifacts such as shields were not typically endorsed by the craftsmen, and frequently, such creations emerged from communal collaboration or the expertise of proficient artisans within the community.