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Ceremonial Spear, early 20th Century Asmat people; Papua (Irian Jaya) Province, Indonesia, Mel…
Spear
Ceremonial Spear, early 20th Century Asmat people; Papua (Irian Jaya) Province, Indonesia, Mel…
Ceremonial Spear, early 20th Century Asmat people; Papua (Irian Jaya) Province, Indonesia, Melanesia Wood, fiber and printed cloth; 73 1/8 x 5 3/4 x 1 7/8 in. 2003.43.28 Anonymous Gift

Spear

ClassificationsArms and Armor-spears
Culture Asmat
Dateearly 20th Century
Made AtPapua (Irian Jaya) Province, Indonesia
MediumWood, fiber and printed cloth
Dimensions72 7/8 × 5 5/8 × 1 1/8 in. (14.3 × 2.9 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
Object number2003.43.28
DescriptionSpear, dark brown patina, polished, carved open work area, serrated point, twine wrap on handle. Early 20th century, Irian Jaya, New Guinea.
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