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A Papua New Guinea Sepik River Shield.

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Item Details

Description

A Papua New Guinea Sepik River Shield. With handle intact on reverse 49.5" x 20" x 3"

Condition

There are a few vertical cracks to the wood at the top of the shield. It appears that the longest of these has been stabilized with natural fiber cord tied to either side of the crack. Otherwise the shield is intact and only sustains tool markings and light wear to the edges

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A Papua New Guinea Sepik River Shield.

Name: A Papua New Guinea Sepik River Shield.
SKU: 54901949
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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