22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
ASARO MUDMAN TRIBES OF PAPUA
In this picture there are Mudmen of Asaro tribal men , with their martial masks of clay.The Asaro Madman men from PNG’s eastern highlands are known for their eerie clay masks. The grey headpieces can weigh up to 10kg and are decorated with pigs’ teeth and shells. To complete the intentionally ghoulish costume, the men extend their fingers with bamboo, creating a Freddie-Krueger-style claw.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 09.2024 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2024 |
Photo Location: | Papua New Guinea |
Camera: | Canon EOS R3 |
Copyright: | © SANGHAMITRA SARKAR |