War Shield, Massim Area, Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea

War Shield
Massim Area, Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea
vayola

Height: 27 in (68.6 cm)

Condition Report:
Very good condition overall for an object of this age and rare type, with signs of traditional use. Some minor marks, nicks, chips, scratches, and abrasions. Some small losses to the edge of the shield. Some repainting in places, including to the red and black areas at the center. A few occasional signs of insect damage, but not significant. Small hole to the reverse, probably from a old mount, and a couple of other small holes.

Provenance:
Stanley Gordon Moriarty, Sydney, presumably collection in situ (inv. no. M177)
Todd Barlin, Sydney
Graven Images, New York
Arte Primitivo, New York, December 11, 2000, lot 318
Abraham Rosman and Paula Rubel, New York, acquired at the above auction