Ethnographic Collections
The Peabody Museum's ethnographic holdings are among the best in the World and contribute to the Peabody's standing as a world-class research institution. The vast collection contains especially fine holdings from North America, Africa, and Oceania, as well as objects from Asia, Central and South America, and Europe.
North America
Beadwork moccasins attributed to the Oglala Sioux. Photo by Hillel Burger. PM 19-17-10/87391. |
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Africa
Mano face mask, Liberia, circa 1930s. Harley collection. Photo by Mark Craig. PM 37-77-50/2791. |
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Oceania
Crested helmet, Hawaii, 19th century. Photo by Hillel Burger. PM 99-12-70/53559. |
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Asia
Samurai face mask from Japan. PM 35-111-60/1594. |
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South America
Contemporary ceramic effigy vessel, Shipibo. PM 980-10-30/10552. |
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Central America
Ceramic incensario, Oaxaca, Mexico. Gift of Alice P. Melvin. PM 993-24-20/27392. |
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Europe
Drinking cup, Norway. PM 06-12-40/65852. |
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