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Early 20th C. Guatemalan Wood Slingshot / Ondilla

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Early 20th C. Guatemalan Wood Slingshot / Ondilla

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Description

**First Time At Auction**

Central America, Guatemala, early 20th century CE. A wooden slingshot, hand-carved in the form of a crouching monkey. He stands upon a small square peg, elbows resting upon his knees, hands to his chins. A very striking example! Size: 6" H (15.2 cm) Size: 6" H (15.2 cm); 6.5" H (16.5 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: ex private Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA collection

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Condition

Fabulous old patina from use, and quite excellent.

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Early 20th C. Guatemalan Wood Slingshot / Ondilla

Name: Early 20th C. Guatemalan Wood Slingshot / Ondilla
SKU: 57687186
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $200

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