{"product_id":"13-5-sepik-river-ancestral-cassowary-bone-dagger-papua-new-guinea","title":"13.5\" Sepik River Ancestral Cassowary Bone Dagger | Papua New Guinea","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3363-029\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered for sale is a finely detailed 13.5-inch ancestral bone dagger from the Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea. Known traditionally as an important hand-to-hand weapon and prestigious status symbol, these artifacts were meticulously hand-fashioned from the leg bone of a cassowary bird. The upper handle section is intricately carved with a stylized ancestral face and characteristic geometric clan motifs, imbuing the weapon with the spiritual power and protection of the ancestors. Tapering to a lethal piercing point, this example showcases the rich artistic mastery and ritual sophistication of the Middle Sepik cultures. It represents an exceptional, finely scaled display piece that is an ideal addition for collectors of Oceanic, ethnographic, or tribal art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe dagger was field-collected by Ron Perry, a globally renowned expert and one of the most respected Pacific tribal art authorities of the 20th century. Beginning his expeditions in 1964, Perry spent over 40 years traveling by canoe up remote waterways and trekking unmapped terrains to collect authentic pieces directly from traditional clans. His credibility in the field is unmatched: following Papua New Guinea's independence in 1975, the PNG National Cultural Council appointed him to manage Village Arts, their government-run indigenous artifact center. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObject:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ancestral Bone Dagger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sepik \/ Washkuk Peoples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sepik River, Papua New Guinea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mid to Late 20th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13.5\" L (34.3 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cassowary bone (tibiotarsus), natural indigenous patination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [Insert Provenance Details Here, e.g., Private Collection]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This piece exhibits authentic, stable aging, beautiful native patination, and minor surface wear consistent with age and\/or traditional handling. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-42a8a325-7fff-411a-9e2a-07fe68a2989c\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is available for local pick-up. Shipping can be available for this item. Please contact us for a custom quote or to make arrangements. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adventure Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44815507062877,"sku":"3363-029","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1222\/2301\/files\/3363_029a.jpg?v=1785336532","url":"https:\/\/theadventureroom.com\/products\/13-5-sepik-river-ancestral-cassowary-bone-dagger-papua-new-guinea","provider":"Adventure Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}