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Obsidian Knife and Spears, Admiralty Islands / Papua New Guinea, C.1900

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Obsidian Knife and Spears, Admiralty Islands / Papua New Guinea, C.1900

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Obsidian Knife and Spears, Admiralty Islands / Papua New Guinea, C.1900. Wood, parinarium putty nut paste, pigment, obsidian. From the collection of Joseph Salamanca. Size: Lengths ranging from 10'' (25 cm) to 63" (160 cm).

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Obsidian Knife and Spears, Admiralty Islands / Papua New Guinea, C.1900

Name: Obsidian Knife and Spears, Admiralty Islands / Papua New Guinea, C.1900
SKU: 141156478
Price: 475 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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