The William (Billy) Jamieson Collection Online Auction of Tribal Art and Weapons

May 01, 2014

LOT 265

Lot 265

Papua New Guinea Western Highlands Wahgi Valley Shield, 20th century

Papua New Guinea Western Highlands Wahgi Valley Shield, 20th century
Lot 265 Details
Papua New Guinea Western Highlands Wahgi Valley Shield, 20th century

with bold ‘X’ design painted in bright red, black and yellow
63" x 22" — 160 x 55.9 cm.

Estimate $700-$900

Realised: $1,620
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Papua New Guinea Western Highlands Wahgi Valley Shield, 20th century
  • Papua New Guinea Western Highlands Wahgi Valley Shield, 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

A strong “X” design probably a stylized figure, painted in enamels which started to be used in the ‘70s. The screen crest probably held some fur or plant decoration.

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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