Lot #9004 - An Old Crocodile Fighting Shield, Washkuk Hills, Upper Sepik River, Papua New Guinea
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:Timed Online Auction | Oceanic & Tribal Art | April
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Sale Date:04 Apr 2022 ~ 6pm (AEST)
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Lot #:9004
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Lot Description:An Old Crocodile Fighting Shield, Washkuk Hills, Upper Sepik River, Papua New Guinea
stretched crocodile skin onto a strong cane framework; such shields are used only by fight-leaders. This shield was collected in 1950s and languished in a Victorian shed for over 60 years.
H 123 cm W 39 cm -
Estimate:A$700 - 900
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
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