Flying Fox Figure Item Number: 3145/5 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Uncoloured flying fox made of woven plant fibres. A large seed is covered in an open weave of light yellow and brown plant fibres. At top is a head with long snout, pointed ears, and ridge down centre of face. Wings are held close to the body, thumbs pointing upward, and attached to the feet and legs below. A plant fibre phallus emerges from the bottom of the seed. Fourth part in a four part series (see 3145/2-4).
Specific Techniques
The artist uses the fibre of the gumba tree. It is cut, soaked in water for a week and then spun into a twine called 'manji'. Formerly the weavings were supported by a rattan frame but Angelina has developed the use of gourds and seeds as a basis for her weavings.
Narrative
3145/2-5 is a four part series showing the process of making a woven flying fox figure. See 2729/9 for a coloured, finished, figure.
Item History
- Made by Angelina Gumowe (Maker) in Kaminibit, East Sepik, Papua New Guinea during 2015
- Collected by Carol E. Mayer during September 2015
- Owned by Carol E. Mayer before October 15, 2015
- Received from Carol E. Mayer (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Exhibitions Budget (Funding source) on October 15, 2015
What
- Name
- Flying Fox Figure
- Identification Number
- 3145/5
- Type of Item
- figure
- Material
- gumba bark and gourd seed
- Overall
- height 22.7 cm, width 14.5 cm, depth 8.0 cm
Who
- Culture
- Iatmul
- Creator
- Angelina Gumowe (Maker)
- Field Collector
- Carol E. Mayer
- Previous Owner
- Carol E. Mayer
- Received from
- Carol E. Mayer (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Exhibitions Budget (Funding source)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Kaminibit, East Sepik, Papua New Guinea
When
- Creation Date
- during 2015
- Collection Date
- during September 2015
- Ownership Date
- before October 15, 2015
- Acquisition Date
- on October 15, 2015
Other
- Item Classes
- basketry
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 3145/0005