Decorative ornament - NO RESERVE PRICE - Pair of Black/Dark Brown coloured tolai necklaces on custom stands - Papua New Guinea
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Estimated period 2026; material: Shell. Set of Tolaï tribe Nassa-shell necklaces from New Britain, Papua New Guinea, woven onto natural fibres and containing hundreds of similarly sized shells, Necklace 1 measures 42 × 30 cm and Necklace 2 28 × 20 cm, total weight about 2100 g.
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Set of tribal necklaces made of nassa shells. TOLAÏ tribe, New Britain, Papua New Guinea. The necklaces contain hundreds of little Nassa shells. The remarkable thing is that almost all of them are in the same size, therefore they have a very sleek primitive design.
Approximate Dimensions including stand
Necklace 1: Height 42 cm, Width 30 cm
Necklace 2: Height 28 cm, Width 20 cm
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Seller's Story
For over a decade, we have travelled across Indonesia to curate unique interior pieces that reflect the country’s rich craftsmanship and cultural heritage. What began as annual trips to Indonesia, a family history descendant of Dutch Indies, and a passion for handmade objects has grown into the rich collection of design objects we offer today with pride.
We specialise in sourcing authentic, artisanal pieces directly from small family-owned ateliers throughout Java, Bali, Sumatra and beyond. Our collection ranges from hand-carved décor and bronze sculptures to natural-material homeware. Each item is carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character, and story.
We have over 10 years of experience working closely with Indonesian artisans. Because of this, our expertise lies in identifying high-quality workmanship, natural materials, and unique pieces that stand out. Every lot we list on Catawiki is personally inspected by us and supports the local communities and traditional techniques we deeply believe in.
Set of tribal necklaces made of nassa shells. TOLAÏ tribe, New Britain, Papua New Guinea. The necklaces contain hundreds of little Nassa shells. The remarkable thing is that almost all of them are in the same size, therefore they have a very sleek primitive design.
Approximate Dimensions including stand
Necklace 1: Height 42 cm, Width 30 cm
Necklace 2: Height 28 cm, Width 20 cm
DISCLAIMERS:
- One or more images provide a styled representation of a similar item. For exact details of the item for sale, please refer to the other images. No items in the styled photo are included in the sale.
- THE WEIGHT MENTIONED IS INCLUDING PACKING MATERIAL.
T H E S H I P M E N T :
- The item will be sent with a Track & Trace code via DHL Parcel, DPD or postNL. The tracking will be updated in your Catawiki lot once your parcel has been dropped off.
- Please check regularly to avoid your parcel being returned to us, in which case the buyer will be responsible for the shipping costs of the 2nd shipment.
- For tracking to Spain and Portugal please use this link and add the tracking number from your Catawiki lot
https://clientesparcel.dhl.es/LiveTracking/Home
I M P O R T A N T !!!
Unfortunately, due to ongoing issues with our shipping couriers, we are currently unable to ship to the Spanish and Portuguese islands. For Spain and Portugal, we can only ship to mainland addresses. Could you please provide us with an alternative mainland delivery address? If you do not have an alternative mainland address available, unfortunately, we will have to cancel the sale.
WE DO NOT COMBINE SHIPPING!!!
If you have any questions about your parcel please contact us using the Catawiki message service. We will try to reply within 3 working days.
Seller's Story
For over a decade, we have travelled across Indonesia to curate unique interior pieces that reflect the country’s rich craftsmanship and cultural heritage. What began as annual trips to Indonesia, a family history descendant of Dutch Indies, and a passion for handmade objects has grown into the rich collection of design objects we offer today with pride.
We specialise in sourcing authentic, artisanal pieces directly from small family-owned ateliers throughout Java, Bali, Sumatra and beyond. Our collection ranges from hand-carved décor and bronze sculptures to natural-material homeware. Each item is carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character, and story.
We have over 10 years of experience working closely with Indonesian artisans. Because of this, our expertise lies in identifying high-quality workmanship, natural materials, and unique pieces that stand out. Every lot we list on Catawiki is personally inspected by us and supports the local communities and traditional techniques we deeply believe in.
Details
Era
After 2000
Weight
2100 g
Shell type
Countless Nassa Shells woven onto natural fibres
Material
Shell
Country of origin
Papua New Guinea
Manufacturer/brand
NO RESERVE PRICE - Pair of Black/Dark Brown coloured tolai necklaces on custom stands
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
42 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
2026
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