Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

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July 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 40

Lot 40

Asmat Shield, West Papua (Irian Jaya), Indonesia, 20th century

Asmat Shield, West Papua (Irian Jaya), Indonesia, 20th century
Lot 40 Details
Asmat Shield, West Papua (Irian Jaya), Indonesia, 20th century

carved wood with natural pigments and fiber decoration
height 79.5 in — 201.9 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $312.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Asmat Shield, West Papua (Irian Jaya), Indonesia, 20th century
  • Asmat Shield, West Papua (Irian Jaya), Indonesia, 20th century
  • Asmat Shield, West Papua (Irian Jaya), Indonesia, 20th century
  • Asmat Shield, West Papua (Irian Jaya), Indonesia, 20th century
  • Asmat Shield, West Papua (Irian Jaya), Indonesia, 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Some loss of pigments, fiber decoration and dry cracks.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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