Lot #58 - A Vanuatu Pig's Tusk Wealth Object and a Double Pig's Tusk Necklace
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:Fine Aboriginal, Oceanic & Tribal
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Sale Date:02 Dec 2018 ~ 3pm (AEDT)
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Lot #:58
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Lot Description:A Vanuatu Pig's Tusk Wealth Object and a Double Pig's Tusk Necklace
the traditional Vanuatu wealth object created by hand-feeding the pig to allow the tusk to grow into circular form. The necklace with shell disc ornament incorporating dog's teeth and small red trade beads [2] -
Provenance:The Elizabeth Pryce Collection, Sydney
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Estimate:A$100 - 200
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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.
