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Pectoral Breast Plate, West Timor, Indonesia

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Pectoral Breast Plate, West Timor, Indonesia

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Description

Disc-shaped pectoral breast plate in brass, West Timor, Indonesia.

Raised lip around outer edge, punch decorated and classic filigree-decorated breast-like shape at center.
Disk diameter measures 6.75 inches.

Presented on custom base.

Provenance:
Bowers Museum, Santa Ana, CA
Private Collection, Boston, MA

Dimensions

11.5 x 6.75 in

Weight

0.75 lb

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Pectoral Breast Plate, West Timor, Indonesia

Name: Pectoral Breast Plate, West Timor, Indonesia
SKU: 147234396
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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