[Bow making, Andaman Islands.] Carrying home the log. Observe the way the adze is carried, pushed through the waistband of the workman. Photographer: Portman, Maurice Vidal
[Bow making, Andaman Islands.] The log is erected against a tree, rock, or other support, and roughly hewn into shape; commencing on the left side about halfway up, and cutting down to the ground, the workman sitting, crouching, or standing, as necessary. Photographer: Portman, Maurice Vidal