Body ornaments - Solomon Islands

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Description from the seller

Necklace from the Salomon Islands.

Made of shell, animal teeth, cowrie shell and glass beads.

Length of the necklace: 56 cm
Size of the shell pendant: 10 x 8 cm

Provenance: European private collection



Necklace from the Salomon Islands.

Made of shell, animal teeth, cowrie shell and glass beads.

Length of the necklace: 56 cm
Size of the shell pendant: 10 x 8 cm

Provenance: European private collection



Details

Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Solomon Islands
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
shell, seeds, natural fiber, teeth
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Body ornaments
Height
56 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
8 cm
Weight
150 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
336
Objects sold
100%
Private

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