Beautiful Papua New Guinea dagger crafted from genuine cassowary bone and accented with a traditional sculpted clay head. Dating to the mid-20th century, this ceremonial or utility piece is richly decorated with natural cowrie shells and original cassowary feathers.
Item Details
Origin: Papua New Guinea
Period: Circa 1950s
Materials: Cassowary bone, clay, cowrie shells, cassowary feathers
Dimensions: 23 cm (length) x 6 cm (width)
Condition Fine vintage condition overall. Shows minor, expected signs of age including localized clay loss and one missing cowrie shell. Please carefully review all provided images for a complete visual description of the condition prior to purchase.