Lot 117
  • 117

A New Georgia Island woven shield, Solomon Islands

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

of flat, waisted form, finely woven with natural and blackened rattan strips; a cloth and leather grip at the back.

Provenance

Sotheby's, London, June 16, 1980, lot 81
Acquired at the above auction

Condition

Good condition overall; wear and tear from traditional use.
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