Lot #33 - Papua New Guinea Old Archer's Shoulder Shield
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Auction House:Davidson Auctions
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Sale Name:Estate & Collector, featuring Final Works from the Estate of Lewis Morley
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Sale Date:24 Jun 2018 ~ 10am (AEST)
24 Jun 2018 ~ 6pm (AEST) - Morley Estate -
Lot #:33
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Lot Description:Papua New Guinea Old Archer's Shoulder Shield
Madang Province.These small hardwood shields were suspended under the armpit to protect the ribs, abdomen & vital organs as the bowman was standing sideways to aim.
L39cm (shield) -
Provenance:David Said Collection
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References:Reference p.55 'Shield of Melanesia,' Beran & Craig Eds, OAS.
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Estimate:A$250 - 350
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
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