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Early 20th C. African Zulu Steel Spear / Wood Shaft

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Early 20th C. African Zulu Steel Spear / Wood Shaft

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Description

Originally listed at $400

Southern Africa, Zulu people, ca. early 20th century CE. A fine and lightweight spear comprised of a wooden shaft joined to an iron tip. A strip of wood reinforces the tang of the spearhead where it fits into to the wooden shaft. The blade is narrow with a midrib running the length of both sides. This is a lightweight weapon, ideal as a throwing projectile for smaller game animals. Size: 48" L x 1" W (121.9 cm x 2.5 cm)

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Artemis Gallery; ex-private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA

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Condition

Nicks and loss to periphery of iron head. Lower end of wooden pole is splintering and held in place with piece of tape. Nice patina to wood and blade!

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Early 20th C. African Zulu Steel Spear / Wood Shaft

Name: Early 20th C. African Zulu Steel Spear / Wood Shaft
SKU: 144669892
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $450 - $675

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Starting Price $200

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