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40 - AIRE MASSIM, Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea.
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Estimate €200 - €300
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Description
AIRE MASSIM, Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea. Hardwood, black patina, lime. A richly decorated lime spatula, used for consuming areca nuts. The spatula is used to scoop lime—made from calcium oxide—from a container; this is then mixed with a chewing mixture of areca nuts and betel. L. 66.5 cm. Provenance: Private collection in Sologne (by inheritance).
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About the sale AFRICA PRESTIGE
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Auction time 09/21/2026 at 1:00 PM
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