$460
EARLY SHIELD, CENTRAL AUSTRALIA, NORTHERN TERRITORY, Carved beanwood and natural pigments (with custom stand) An oval shield made from a single piece of softwood (red bean tree) with rounded ends. The entire surface has longitudinal fluting of parallel lines and is coated with red ochre on both surfaces. The handle is cut out of the reverse side. Approx L63 x 23cm. PROVENANCE
Art Gallery, Darwin
Private collection, South Australia
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
24.20% inc GST*
Online and Autobids:
24.2% inc GST*