Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

October 2227, 2022
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LOT 91

Lot 91

Zulu Ihawu Nguni Shield and Assegai Spear, South Africa, 19th/20th century

Zulu Ihawu Nguni Shield and Assegai Spear, South Africa, 19th/20th century
Lot 91 Details
Zulu Ihawu Nguni Shield and Assegai Spear, South Africa, 19th/20th century

hide shield and spear with hardwood shaft to metal leaf form tip
shield height 37.5 in — 95.3 cm
Inventory sticker marked 13508 in ink

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $660
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Zulu Ihawu Nguni Shield and Assegai Spear, South Africa, 19th/20th century
  • Zulu Ihawu Nguni Shield and Assegai Spear, South Africa, 19th/20th century
  • Zulu Ihawu Nguni Shield and Assegai Spear, South Africa, 19th/20th century
Provenance:

Acquired from a African art dealer in Brighton, England, May, 28, 2008

CONDITION DETAILS

Some loss to hide shield supports to back grip, spear tip rusted and base of shaft slightly worn.

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  • 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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