Summary
This spearthrower is the classic form made in Arnhem Land and has a wooden peg at one end. It is painted on both sides with geometric and wavy designs.
Local Name
mangal
Physical Description
An elliptical shaped spear thrower made from a length of wood painted with natural pigments. It has a wooden peg set at the distal end. The upper blade is decorated with mainly geometric patterning and the reverse has chevron patterning.
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Spearthrower
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Object Measurements
965 mm (Length), 65 mm (Width), 35 mm (Height)
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Acquisition Information
Long-term Loan from The University of Melbourne, 28 Mar 1973
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Acknowledgement
The Donald Thomson Collection. On loan to Museum Victoria from The University of Melbourne.