In today's world, Pisuwe has gained unprecedented relevance. Whether in the field of science, culture, entertainment or politics, Pisuwe has become a fundamental topic of discussion and analysis. Its impact has transcended borders and has generated a great debate in contemporary society. In order to understand its importance and implications, it is necessary to carry out a deep and detailed study that allows us to delve into all its dimensions. In this article, we will explore different aspects related to Pisuwe, from its origin to its influence in today's world, with the aim of shedding light on this topic that is so relevant today.
Pisuwe is a dagger from the island of New Guinea. Ndam pisuwe[1] or Ndam emak pisuwe are those that are made with human femur bone and Pi pisuwe are for those that are made with Cassowary bone.[2] Prior to the colonization of the Dutch in the 1950s, these daggers are carried by the Asmat people[1] and they are used only in ritual killings.[2] These daggers are usually embellished with Cassowary feathers at the pommel and decorated with carved in artworks depicting humans and animals.[1] Asmat men would wear this dagger as part of their traditional attire during customary ceremonies by girding it on the side of their waist.[3]
^ abTobias Schneebaum (1985). Asmat Images from the Collection of the Asmat Museum of Culture and Progress: Text, Photographs, and Drawings. The Museum. p. 197. ISBN09-187-2859-2.
^Muhammad Husni & Tiarma Rita Siregar (2000). Perhiasan Tradisional Indonesia. Direktorat Jenderal Kebudayaan. p. 40. OCLC47893714.
