The eastern half of the island of New Guinea - second largest in the world - was divided between Germany (north) and the UK (south) in 1885. The latter area was transferred to Australia in 1902, which occupied the northern portion during World War I ... ... read more | Joined | September 3rd 2005 | Trips | 0 |
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Stephen Mesa
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The is Aitalo Sali, my first cousin. He comes from my family who is know well known for fine "blade" work on the hard wood (we call it mbuan or kwila) carving. This is one of his many fine works. We keep some of our grandfather's carvings which he gives to us the first born grand children. Aitalo is from the only son (my uncle) of the old grand father Sali Tobia (Tami best fine carver). Thank you for taking this photo and having it on the net. Cheers Stephen