Lot #9281 - An Early Fighting Shield, Wahgi Valley, PNG
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:Aboriginal | Oceanic | Tribal Art | June Auction
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Sale Date:09 Jun 2020 ~ 6pm (AEST)
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Lot #:9281
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Lot Description:An Early Fighting Shield, Wahgi Valley, PNG
this shield is ancient, with the top cane rim having disappeared. The base is repaired with cane binding and a piece of wood nailed on at the back. It is obviously a much-loved fighting shield.
162 x 56 cm -
Provenance:Collected by patrol officer, Rodney Don, who was stationed at Obura, Eastern Highlands Province, in late 1960s-early 1970s. He returned for a visit in early 1980s and not clear when this shield were collected.
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Estimate:A$800 - 1,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.
