Lot #9666 - A Fighting Sword, Wuvulu Island, North Coast, Papua New Guinea
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:Timed Online Auction | Oceanic & Tribal Art | May
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Sale Date:23 May 2023 ~ 6pm (AEST)
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Lot #:9666
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Lot Description:A Fighting Sword, Wuvulu Island, North Coast, Papua New Guinea
the central hardwood handle has six blades made of turtle bone. Each is inserted into the handle, fixed with wooden pegs (nails). The upper right blade seems newer and may be a replacement for the older one that was damaged.
98 x 50 x 9 cm -
Estimate:A$300 - 400
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
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