Dani Plaited Bracelet (Sekan) chinese and stylized human figures

and stylized human figures

exemplifies the bold and expressive artistry of Zhangzhou kilns in Fujian province

with whom they share ancestral descent from the mythical figure Kongolo

This fascinating fragment represents a hand-modeled

ideal for delicate fibers

Dani Plaited Bracelet (Sekan) chinese and stylized human figuresDani people, mid 20th century, Baliem Valley, Irian Jaya (Papua), Indonesia Fantastic, finely plaited small sized ornamental bracelet (sekan), expertly woven from flexible rattan. With its tight, elegant plaiting and beautifully aged natural patina, this piece represents a classic example of highland Dani fibre artistry. Such bracelets were traditionally worn as personal adornment by men and women, and remain one of the most recognizable items within