Dani Rattan Phallus Sheath

Coral stripes bend this woven horn into a graceful hook.

This woven rattan phallus sheath is Dani, from Papua, Indonesia, and dates to the mid 20th century. Customary dress in the highlands carries social meaning, and it should be understood within the cultural context of the people who wear it. Featured is a strongly curved, tapering form wrapped in diagonal bands of orange red, charcoal and tan. Long loose cords dangle from the base and tip. The weave is coarse and lively, and the form is held on a thin black rod. It is 6 inches wide, 3.5 deep and 12.5 high.

Bold in color, and not shy about the swerve.