74 - A harpoon tip featuring a stylised bird’s head.
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Estimate €200 - €300

Description

A harpoon tip featuring a stylised bird’s head. The beak is split to accommodate a triangular blade (now missing). Marine ivory with an antique cream patina. Alaska, Inuit people, Punuk Islands, circa 10th century AD. Length: 8 cm. Weight: 9.3 g. Provenance: Jean-Michel Huguenin Collection. Upon specific request, the lot may be transported free of charge to our warehouse in Buc, or to our Paris premises (for small lots). See general terms and conditions of sale.

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About the sale Antique and modern paintings, prints, furniture and works of art from the 16th century to the present day

Auction location

Auction time 08/28/2026 at 2:00 PM

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74 - A harpoon tip featuring a stylised bird’s head. See original version (French)

74 - A harpoon tip featuring a stylised bird’s head.
See original version (French)