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Maasai Spear

Large and Impressive Carved Statue of a Maasai Hunter Circa 1950 Kenya.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
figure of a sitting Maasai hunter holding his spear impressively capturing his character and showing
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Mid-20th Century Kenyan Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Tribes of the Great Rift Valley Hardcover Book by Anup Sah, E. L.Gilbert, M Shah
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numerous major European publications. She is the author of Broken Spears: A Maasai Journey. This is a
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Late 20th Century African Tribal Books

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Replica of carriage. Wood, metal, etc. 20th century.
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Maasai Spear For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the maasai spear you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for a maasai spear may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a maasai spear to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of gray, brown, orange and more. There have been many interesting maasai spear examples over the years, but those made by James Lewin are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in c print, paper and archival ink.

How Much is a Maasai Spear?

A maasai spear can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $2,276, while the lowest priced sells for $575 and the highest can go for as much as $20,000.
Questions About Maasai Spear
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Maasai spear is called an assegai or assagai. It usually consists of a wooden handle and an elongated iron tip. The Maasai people mostly use the spears to protect livestock from predators, but they can also be used as weapons of war. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique spears and spear heads.