The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of December 20, 2025

Suspension Hook

c. 1940

Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Sepik River region, 20th century

painted wood
Overall: 56.5 cm (22 1/4 in.)
Gift of Katherine C. White 1970.21
Location: Not on view

Description

This beautifully carved hook was hung from the rafters of a home to support net bags and household articles.
  • 1961
    Julius Carlebach, NY
    Julius Carlebach, NY (1961)
  • Year in Review: 1970. The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (organizer) (February 10-March 7, 1971).
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Source URL:

https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1970.21