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Image Not Available for The direction of the dugout is maneuvered with the aid of a pole.
The direction of the dugout is maneuvered with the aid of a pole.
Image Not Available for The direction of the dugout is maneuvered with the aid of a pole.

The direction of the dugout is maneuvered with the aid of a pole.

Creator Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik (Austrian, 1897 - 1953)
Date1930s
Mediumgelatin silver print
DimensionsOverall: 18.9 x 13.1 cm (7 7/16 x 5 3/16 in.)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 2002
Object number2002/4344
LocationNot currently on display

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Image Not Available for In turning the direction of the "Orou" or dugout, one person lets go of the mail sail, while another moves the rudder over to the other side of the dugout.
In turning the direction of the "Orou" or dugout, one person lets go of the mail sail, while another moves the rudder over to the other side of the dugout.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for A group of natives in the dugout.
A group of natives in the dugout.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for The captain of the "Orou" (dugout) sits at the bow. On the left beside him the shrouds from the screwed Rotanglianen are visible which have to support the heavy mast to stand firm against the strong winds.
The captain of the "Orou" (dugout) sits at the bow. On the left beside him the shrouds from the screwed Rotanglianen are visible which have to support the heavy mast to stand firm against the strong winds.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for Strong waves threaten to sink the dugout during the sea journey, natives bail the water out with handmade pitchers.
Strong waves threaten to sink the dugout during the sea journey, natives bail the water out with handmade pitchers.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for Mailu women row out to sea in the dugout.
Mailu women row out to sea in the dugout.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for Two dugout canoes with pontoons attached; a platform is fastened between the canoes and this forms the boat body of an "Orou"
Two dugout canoes with pontoons attached; a platform is fastened between the canoes and this forms the boat body of an "Orou"
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for A native keeps a close watch on a fire which has been lit on board the "Orou" or dugout. Because the natives can be on the water far away from land for a long time, the fire is used to cook their meals.
A native keeps a close watch on a fire which has been lit on board the "Orou" or dugout. Because the natives can be on the water far away from land for a long time, the fire is used to cook their meals.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for The women of the Papua family cook using hot stones. The food (in this case kangaroo meat) is packed between the stones and cooked for around 6 - 8 hours. The hot stones are removed with the assistance of long wooden poles and the roasted food is collecte
The women of the Papua family cook using hot stones. The food (in this case kangaroo meat) is packed between the stones and cooked for around 6 - 8 hours. The hot stones are removed with the assistance of long wooden poles and the roasted food is collecte
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for Domestic indigenous music with the playing of the pan flute. The pipes are blown alternately in a certain rhythm and dance knee soft dances.
Domestic indigenous music with the playing of the pan flute. The pipes are blown alternately in a certain rhythm and dance knee soft dances.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for The boatswain climbing the rigging. One can clearly see how the sail is constructed from leafs of a palm tree.
The boatswain climbing the rigging. One can clearly see how the sail is constructed from leafs of a palm tree.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for The Papua family. The husband brings a small pig for his wife to breastfeed. The woman of the Papuas feed the pigs with their own milk.
The Papua family. The husband brings a small pig for his wife to breastfeed. The woman of the Papuas feed the pigs with their own milk.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
Image Not Available for Small Mailu children dress in the national costume like the adults.
Small Mailu children dress in the national costume like the adults.
Dr. Hugo A. Bernatzik
1930s
Photograph
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