Lot 53: A Fine and rare Easter Island Obsidian Spear point, Mata'a

A Fine and rare Easter Island Obsidian Spear point, Mata'a, Easter Island; Chile

The large obsidian point of fan shape with knapped edges and still sharp in places, exceptional condition. Remains of encrustation from having been buried; excavated patination. H. 6 1/2"

Points of this type though quite large were actually hafted to use both as knife blades and as spear points. The sharp obsidian point was quite lethal and was the lithic point of choice in Easter Island warfare. ALmost certainly pre-contact, thus 18th Century or earlier.

Comments:
Property of a New York Private Collector

Provenance:
Ex. Private Australian Collection
Ex. John C. Edler, from his private collection to the current owner.

Price Realized: $500

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