East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea

A finely carved middle Sepik spear-thrower ornament. Used as a guide to physically direct the spear whilst being thrown, but also said to have magical powers to help the spear attain its target. Carved in zoomorphic form, possibly representing a Sepik Crocodile or maybe a freshwater shrimp. It exhibits great attention to detail including a pierced nose, often found on earlier examples. Warm glossy patina, early to mid 20th Century. Custom mounted

Length: 25 cm or 9.8 inches.

Price: $450.00 AUD