299: EARLY 20TH C. PAPUA NEW GUINEA CASSOWARY BONE DAGGERS

The three good examples each display etched decoration, one with a figural animal pommel, and one with fine bird feathers.
Measures 14.5 x 3.5 to 12.5 x 1.75 inches.
Very good condition as shown.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
$500 - $600