Lot #63 - Three Ancient Fijian Tabua Ornaments
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:The Todd Barlin Collection
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Sale Date:17 Aug 2015 ~ 6pm
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Lot #:63
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Lot Description:Three Ancient Fijian Tabua Ornaments
all are carved to get the fine shape that was desired by chiefs. All have a deep ancient patina and piercings for hanging the Tabua, one has the original fibre necklace attached.
13cm,14cm, 16cm -
Provenance:These Tabua were a gift to Martin Edward Jull from Prince Lifonie, a member of the Tongan royal family in 1883. Martin Edward Jull was travelling on the ship HMS The Sandfly"."
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Estimate:A$800 - 1,200
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
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