VINTAGE GROOTE EYLANDT AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL MESSAGE STICK
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:49566810 |
VINTAGE GROOTE EYLANDT AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL MESSAGE STICK Click images to enlargeEXCEPTIONALLY FINE HAND PAINTED GROOTE EYLANDT ABORIGINAL MESSAGE STICKPresenting a magnificent vintage hand carved and decorated wooden Australian Aboriginal message stick originating from the Groote Eylandt region.This exceptional example has been carved from one solid piece of timber and beautifully h...and decorated with ochre pigments. Both sides of this piece have been hand painted decorated with fine cross hatched stripes rendered in earthy black, white, rust red and mustard ochres. The original woven fibre has been threaded through a hook to the top for display purposes.
Examples from this region are highly prized with fine vintage examples rarely coming onto the market.
This fine example is presented in good vintage condition with age related wear to the ochre, as is to be expected with an artifact from this period and is a part of the charm and authenticity of the piece. This superb piece has been very well cared and presents spectacularly.
This fine example measures approx 440mms or 17.25 inches in length and 50mms or 2 inches in width. in height x 80mms in width.This exceptionally fine piece would make an outstanding addition to any Groote Eyelandt, Australian Aboriginal or tribal art collection.We LOVE presenting you with quality art glass, gorgeous jewels, beautifully designed objects and unique collectible items so be sure to add us to you favourites and browse the stunning array of beautiful objects showcased in our TTF eBay store!
We ship worldwide and are more than happy to combine postage to help you save. Rest assured, all items are professionally packaged to the highest of standards!
Examples from this region are highly prized with fine vintage examples rarely coming onto the market.
This fine example is presented in good vintage condition with age related wear to the ochre, as is to be expected with an artifact from this period and is a part of the charm and authenticity of the piece. This superb piece has been very well cared and presents spectacularly.
This fine example measures approx 440mms or 17.25 inches in length and 50mms or 2 inches in width. in height x 80mms in width.This exceptionally fine piece would make an outstanding addition to any Groote Eyelandt, Australian Aboriginal or tribal art collection.We LOVE presenting you with quality art glass, gorgeous jewels, beautifully designed objects and unique collectible items so be sure to add us to you favourites and browse the stunning array of beautiful objects showcased in our TTF eBay store!
We ship worldwide and are more than happy to combine postage to help you save. Rest assured, all items are professionally packaged to the highest of standards!
