Arc

Reference : 20

Arc

Carved wood
Dimensions: Height 1.50m
Presumed period: late ^19th or early ^20th century
Andaman Islands
Indian Ocean

Source :
Petrou Collection, London
Sotheby’s London. Sept. 21, 2021, lot 124
Galerie Flak, Paris
Private collection, France

More details

This beautiful, streamlined bow is typical of the bows used by Andaman warriors.

In the middle, a long taper on either side of the center of the bow allowed the weapon to be gripped easily. This taper is followed by a flare to provide rigidity and tension to the bow when the arrow is fired.

Beautiful antique light-brown patina over the entire surface.

Price: €5,500

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