Lot 93: A Fine and rare Washkuk Boar's skin shield

A Fine and rare Washkuk Boar's skin shield, Washkuk; Papua New Guinea

The shield of Boar's hide stretched on a wooden frame and with hide lashing about the perimeter, the upper portion with an area of sen lashing, possibly to tie up a torn portion of the hide. Rare and fine example. H. 49"

Comments:
Property of a Midwestern private collector

Provenance:
Ex. Midwestern private collection

Price Realized: $500

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