Spear

50-49-5

From: Philippine Islands | Northern Luzon

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

Native Name Sinalawatan
Object Number 50-49-5
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Bontoc
Provenience Philippine Islands | Northern Luzon
Section Oceanian
Materials Metal | Wood | Peel
Description

Two pairs of barbs; tang inserted in wooden shaft strengthened at insertion by woven cane ferrule. Used for protection from evil spirits.

Length 147.5 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Misses Elizabeth H. Metcalf and Sarah S. Metcalf, 1950

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