Two Australian Aboriginal Woomera / spears, c1890

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Two late 19th century Australian Aboriginal/first nation Woomeras, c1890.

Traditionally used as tribal spear throwers these are nice early hand carved examples with great colour/patina. The larger one has a traditional dished shape and the smaller one has a wood barb attached with twine and nice primitive zig zag decoration on the body.

Overall condition is good with minor wear and small losses in line with age and use.

Size: 82cm long x 7cm wide x 2cm thick 55cm long x 10.5cm wide x 1cm thick, combined weight 0.8kg.
DateLate 19th Century DimensionsSize: 82cm long x 7cm wide x 2cm thick 55cm long x 10.5cm wide x 1cm thick, combined weight 0.8kg. ConditionOverall condition is good with minor wear and small losses in line with age and use. Codeas1056a399 Price £445.00     €532.71     $595.19    The price has been listed in British Pounds.
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