Putkinotko 1954 Okru -

In the aftermath of World War II, Papua New Guinea was still reeling from the trauma and destruction caused by the conflict. The region was under Australian trusteeship, and the local population was struggling to rebuild their lives. The Okru people, inhabiting the East Sepik region, were no exception. Their communities were largely isolated, with limited access to modern infrastructure, healthcare, and education.

The illustrations for the edition are largely attributed to the master Finnish graphic artist and painter, Ernst Mether-Borgström (or a similarly schooled contemporary from the Ateneum circle, depending on the specific sub-print run). Mether-Borgström was renowned for his expressive lithographs and his ability to capture psychological tension in rural settings. putkinotko 1954 okru