Petroglyphs at the Kafiavana Rock Shelter, Fayantina River, Eastern Highlands.
The circular design is referred to as sarumane (hornbill), the shield-like design is feta (bird of paradise), and the citron is habeba (fern leaf). These and other ancient designs have been transferred to shields and ceremonial clothing.

Courtesy of Peter Tarplee. Photograph taken in 1972.

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