Lot #74 - Three Sets of Fine Solomon Islands Bead and Shell Earrings, a Finger Cutter and a Pair of Papuan Gulf Clam Shell Earrings
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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 #:74
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Lot Description:Three Sets of Fine Solomon Islands Bead and Shell Earrings, a Finger Cutter and a Pair of Papuan Gulf Clam Shell Earrings
the finger cutter from the Baliem Valley, West Papua, used to remove portions of the finger as part of the mourning process, 14 cm -
Provenance:The Elizabeth Pryce Collection, Sydney
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Estimate:A$200 - 400
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
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