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Head of a Multi-Barbed Spear — Head of a Multi-Barbed Spear, Fiji
Head of a Multi-Barbed Spear

Head of a Multi-Barbed Spear, Fiji

This multi-barbed spear head from Fiji represents the material culture and weaponry traditions of Pacific Island societies. The artifact provides valuable evidence of indigenous craftsmanship and the practical and symbolic functions of such implements in Fijian culture.

Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

The Scholar's Feast: The Rosman Rubel Collection

April 2, 2021

Estimate: $2,500 – $3,500

Lot 1

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Head of a Multi-Barbed Spear, Head of a Multi-Barbed Spear, Fiji

This multi-barbed spear head from Fiji represents the material culture and weaponry traditions of Pacific Island societies. The artifact provides valuable evidence of indigenous craftsmanship and the practical and symbolic functions of such implements in Fijian culture.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Tribal, Cultural, Fijian, Functional Art, Bronze, Artifact, Weapon, Historical, Spear, Ancient