The Amy & Elliot Lawrence Collection

The Amy & Elliot Lawrence Collection

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Turtle Shell Figure, Makira (San Cristobal), Solomon Islands

Restricted Species

Auction Closed

May 24, 03:58 PM GMT

Estimate

8,000 - 12,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

Turtle Shell Figure, Makira (San Cristobal), Solomon Islands


Hawksbill Sea Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) shell

Height: 9 1/2 in (24.1 cm)

John J. Klejman, New York
Acquired from the above on June 4, 1964

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