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The Bright Faces of the Huli Wigmen of Papua New Guinea

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Red and Yellow clay (locally known as ambua) is considered sacred in Huli culture, and is commonly used as body decoration. The upper part of their face is painted red, and the lower part ochre. This simple painting is...
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