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Spear Thrower- Middle Sepik, Sawos or Iatmul, PNG

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19th C. Eskimo / Inuit Atlatl Spear Thrower with Face: 19th C. Eskimo Inuit "Atlatl" Spear Thrower with Face, carved wood. On stand. (Provenance: Ex Dave De Roche, Piedmont, CA. Size: 14.5'' x 3'' x 1'' (37 x 8 x 3 cm). Height on stand: 16" (41 cm).

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Aboriginal Australian Woomera Spear Thrower, ex J.J. Klejman, 19th C.: Aboriginal Australian Woomera Spear Thrower, ex J.J. Klejman, 19th C. Willeroo Station, Northern Territory. Carved wood and paint decorated, with original Klejman stickers and tags. From the collectio

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An Aboriginal Wood Spear Thrower (woomera): An Aboriginal Wood Spear Thrower (woomera) North West Australia Property from Peter Sinclair, West Hurley, New York Provenance: Peter Sinclair (The Base Company), West Hurley, New York, acquired in th

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A LARGE JAPANESE BRONZE OKIMONO modelled as a spear thrower. 46 cm high.: A LARGE JAPANESE BRONZE OKIMONO modelled as a spear thrower. 46 cm high.

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Aboriginal North Queensland Woomera/ Spear Thrower: Aboriginal North Queensland Woomera/ Spear Thrower elongated oval haft with bi-valve, handle and resin finished wooden peg. A woomera is an Australian Aboriginal wooden spear -throwing device. Similar

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12 Bamboo Hunting and Fishing Arrows and Spears, PNG: 12 Bamboo Hunting and Fishing Arrows Spears, PNG. From the collection of Joseph Salamanca. Size ranging from: 42'' x .5'' x .5'' (107 x 1 x 1 cm) to 73.5'' x 1'' x .5'' (187 x 3 x 1 cm).

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3 Bamboo Hunting and Fishing Spears, PNG: 3 Bamboo Hunting and Fishing Spears, PNG. Each Length: 45.5" (116 cm).

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12 Bamboo Hunting and Fishing Spears, PNG: 12 Bamboo Hunting and Fishing Spears, PNG. From the collection of Joseph Salamanca. Size ranging from: 47'' x .75'' x .75'' (119 x 2 x 2 cm) to 68.5'' x 1.5'' x .5'' (174 x 4 x 1 cm).

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12 Bamboo Hunting and Fishing Spears, PNG: 12 Bamboo Hunting and Fishing Spears, PNG. From the collection of Joseph Salamanca. Size: Lengths Ranging from: 49'' (124 cm) to 66'' (168 cm).

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Native American Archaic Chert Spear Point Etley Type: Native American, Southern United States, Missouri, Boone County, Middle to Late Archaic period, ca. 2000 to 500 BCE. A hand-knapped stone spear head with a sizable triangulate blade made from a warm t

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Sam Doyle. Spear Fishing.: Sam Doyle. Spear Fishing. Not signed. Paint on found roofing tin. Environmental wear and holes from previous use, otherwise excellent condition. 25.5" w x 37" h. Provenance: Purchased directly from th

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Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Madame Oda Slobodskaya: Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Madame Oda Slobodskaya signed 'Ruskin Spear' (lower left) oil on board 75.5 x 35.5cm (29 3/4 x 14in). This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: *

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Whaler's Spear: Fine early whalers spear. Wrought iron with a turned wooden handle. Early possibly original red paint. Connecticut or Massachusetts shore. circa 1850. Condition: Excellent original condition. L 55-1/4

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Gorgeous 1930's Diamond 14k Gold Snake Chain Spear Tassel Pendant Necklace: This is a stunning vintage 1930's yellow gold and diamonds ladies double tassel style necklace. The piece is exquisitely crafted in 14k yellow gold with a smooth polished finish snake chain and a fanc

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COALESSE by STEELCASE Ripple Bench Seating. Laurinda Spear. Gray upholstery. Label.: COALESSE by STEELCASE Ripple Bench Seating. Laurinda Spear. Gray upholstery. Label. Dimensions: H: 19 inches: W: 99 inches: D: 19 inches ---

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Spear Thrower- Middle Sepik, Sawos or Iatmul, PNG

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Spear Thrower- Middle Sepik, Sawos or Iatmul, PNG.Typical totemic bird figure carved for and inserted into the hallow of the bamboo shaft. Spear end is inserted into the terminus of the shaft to enable the user greater velocity and distance in spear throwing. Provenance: Marc Lisseaur, Sydney, AU; Leo and Lillian Fortess Collection #2043, Kaneohe, Hawaii; Stephen Meder Collection #2.L.02, Philadelphia, PA. Size: 35'' x 1'' x 3.5'' (89 x 3 x 9 cm).

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Spear Thrower- Middle Sepik, Sawos or Iatmul, PNG

Name: Spear Thrower- Middle Sepik, Sawos or Iatmul, PNG
SKU: 169351011
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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