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1909.64.10

Spearhead of palm wood, which has been stained dark brown and tapers at the ends. The spear head is missing, as one end is discoloured. [ASh [OPS move] 7/6/2018]


1909.64.10

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Collection type
Object
Description
Spearhead of palm wood, which has been stained dark brown and tapers at the ends. The spear head is missing, as one end is discoloured. [ASh [OPS move] 7/6/2018]
Geographical reference
Lavongai Bismarck Archipelago
Person
Field collector Unknown Collector
PRM source Stevens Auction Rooms
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1909
Date collected
By 1909
Acquisition information
Purchased: 1909
Materials and processes
Material Palm Wood Plant, Process Carved, Process Stained
Dimensions
Width: max 20 mm, Length: max 1510 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1909.64.10

Search terms: Weapon, Spear-head