South Asia, Northeastern India / Northwestern Burma, Naga people, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A wood and iron tipped spear, ornamented with dyed animal hair. The spear shaft is covered with a dense pile of goat / horsehair secured by tightly wrapping the hairs with a cotton cord over the wood, leaving an area open for the handle at the center and before the iron shaft. The forged iron blade head is 19 inches in length (48.3 cm), and tapers to the tip. The other end of the wooden pole is also sharpened, likely for sticking in the ground upright when not in use. This type of spear was made for ceremonial and ritualistic use and carried by warriors who had achieved honor. Size: 70.5" L x 2.5" W (179.1 cm x 6.4 cm)

Provenance: private San Francisco, California, USA collection, acquired 1970s to 2000s

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#176848

    Condition:
  • Missing some hairs with some bald patches along the handle as shown. Smooth and lustrous patina to the wood, and heavy brown patina on the iron blade. Light white paint splatter on the wood surface. Overall great condition!

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by Artemis Fine Arts
January 30, 2025 8:00 AM MST
686 S. Taylor Ave., #108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

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