Ancient Art from All Cultures
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Wooden Spear Thrower, Malaita Islands
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Pre 1900 item# 929234 (stock# SOTW13254)
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Artemis Gallery Ancient World Art
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$2,450.00
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Wooden Spear Thrower / Club from Malaita Island, Solomon Islands, ca. 19th century. Carved diamond-shaped staff with raised cross design. Natives used spear throwers in both hunting and warfare. When in use, the implement was held by the handle at the base and the small hooklike projection at the top fitted into the hollow butt end of a long, lightweight spear. The implement effectively increased the length of the user's arm, providing a mechanical advantage that enhanced both the velocity ...click for details
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Ceremonial Fish Wand, Solomon Islands
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Pre 1920 item# 929229 (stock# SOTW13253)
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Artemis Gallery Ancient World Art
(720) 890-7700
$2,450.00
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Fabulous example! Antique Ceremonial Dance Wand from the Solomon Islands, early 20th century. Carved wood staff in fish form with inlaid abalone shell motifs, covered in natural black pigment. Carried as a prestige object in ceremonial dances. The art of the Solomon Islands is characterized by its intricate designs which utilize inlays of pearl shell. Traditionally, these artworks were either signifiers of status and prestige, or related to funerary rituals. 35"L x 5"W, in overall ...click for details
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