Full details of each lot are displayed, except the lot number, estimate and price. You must be a subscriber to view lot numbers, estimates and prices.
A fine Southern Highlands war shield (mendi), of wood, in broad…
Auction House:
Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
17-Aug-2008
Lot No.
***
Description:
A fine Southern Highlands war shield (mendi), of wood, in broad rectangular form, the anterior with raised medial ridge and decorated with stippled motifs and polychrome pigments imbedded with old arrow heads, pierced with fibre grip at rear, projecting spike apex, smooth patina, Papua New Guinea, 135 x 38 cm
Estimate:
***
Price:
***
Category:
Tribal: New Guinean