The controversial practice of digital repatriation, returning 3D virtual copies of cultural items to communities, is being trialled with the world famous Malagan mask makers in Papua New Guinea.

This is a composite tatanua mask from northern New Ireland used as part of a Malagan ceremony. The headdress helmet is made from wicker and wood (Alstonia scholaris) frame decorated with orange ...

This is a composite tatanua mask from northern New Ireland used as part of a Malagan ceremony. The headdress helmet is made from wicker and wood (Alstonia scholaris) frame decorated with orange ...