Lot 5
War Shield, Papua New Guinea
Passed — did not sell at this auction
About this lot
Estimated Value: $3,800-4,500
Origin: Lumie People, Papua New Guinea, ca.1930’s
Dimensions: 28.5×4.5×49 in.
Condition: No visible flaws
Additional Information: A wooden carved oval shaped shield with swirling carved and painted non representational designs. It has woven fiber elements in man made holes that go to the back of the shield creating a strap and handles. The dark textures patina was used often in this region.
Reportedly Collected by former Australian patrol officer and Oceanic expert Wayne Heathcote, Miami, London.
Lot details
- Lot
- 5
- Closed
- June 27, 2025
