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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Stories
Lot 52:
Description
A collection of traditional ceremonial regalia from Papua New Guinea. The assortment includes two woven bands and one pendant necklace. The first band is a narrow strip of light brown natural plant fiber decorated with small white cowrie shells. The second, wider band is woven with dark brown and reddish-brown dyed fiber in a textured pattern, featuring a zig-zag arrangement of cowrie shells. The third item is a pendant necklace composed of two large, curved boar tusks joined at the base to form a circular element. The joint is secured with dark woven fiber decorated with a double column of cowrie shells, suspended from a long woven fiber cord. Largest item: 6" W x 34" L.
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Condition report:
The collection is in generally good condition with wear consistent with age and ceremonial use. The fiber elements show minor fraying at the edges and surface wear. Some minor discoloration is present on the woven bands. The boar tusks exhibit natural growth lines, a darkened patina near the tips, and small surface abrasions. All shell and bead elements appear intact and securely attached.
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