Fine Filipino Ifugao Tribal Spear Blade

**Originally Listed At $300**

Southeast Asia, Philippines, Ifugao, ca. mid-20th century CE. A finely-built and extremely-sharp steel spear blade with a raised midrib on either face and a gradually-tapering point. Its socketed end is fashioned from two lateral flanges curved together to form a shaft. A pair of braided reed strips adorn the top and bottom of the socketing end; these are solely for aesthetic appeal. This example would have been mounted on a lengthy pole and used for any number of tribal practices. 14.9" L x 2.2" W (37.8 cm x 5.6 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection acquired from Artemis Gallery, January 18th, 2018, lot 123G; ex-private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection

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Condition Report: Dark toning and patina on the blade. Oxidation and brown patina on neck. A few minor chips to peripheries, otherwise intact. Blade edges are still quite sharp!