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Matankol culture, Papua New Guinea, Ceremonial Feast Bowl, probably late 19th century, wood and plant fiber, the MFAH, gift of D. and J. de Menil.

Spotlight Gallery Talk: Oceanic Art

Saturday, Dec 01, 2012
3 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.

Law Building
1001 Bissonnet Map & Directions

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In the South Pacific Ocean, 25,000 islands lie between Asia and the Americas. Together with the continent of Australia, these islands make up Oceania. Join this 20-minute gallery talk and see how the presence of the sea has shaped the cultures of Oceania and inspired its imagery.