Summary
This type of armband was made directly onto the upper arm and was relatively tight fitting to enable it to stay in place.
Local Name
Dorbarr
Physical Description
An interlaced circular armband made of vine.
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Object/Medium
Ornament, arm
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Maker
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Locality
Glyde River, Eastern Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia
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Object Measurements
85 mm (Length), 85 mm (Width), 35 mm (Height)
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Place Made
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Indigenous Region
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Acquisition Information
Long-term Loan from The University of Melbourne, 28 Mar 1973
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Acknowledgement
The Donald Thomson Collection. On loan to Museum Victoria from The University of Melbourne.