Bullroarer oceanic tribal
06 February 2019
Description

12 -13 inches long, 1.5 inches wide. Made of wood. Some kind of smooth really nice wood

Provenance

I bought it at a yardsale 30 years ago. Old army guy.

Acquired from
Other
For sale
Yes
Answered within about 10 hours
By George
Feb 06, 19:24 UTC
Fair Market Value
$200 - $400 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Dear Austin,

Thank you for your request. The presented object is a so-called bullroar made out of carved wood. It is decorated with a geometrical decor and a carving of a reptile or snake. A bullroar is an ancient ritual musical instrument and a device historically used for communicating over great distances. This piece was probably made in New Guinea or Australia in the late 19th or 20th century.
This piece is in good condition and there are no serious damages visible.
An estimation would be between 200 to 400 USD.
This estimation is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparables. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and vary.

With best regards,
Georg

Austin bentz Feb 06, 19:51 UTC

Thanks, hope someone out there would want it. That's the hard part.

George Feb 06, 19:55 UTC

Dear Austin,

Tribal art is not easy to sell. Nevertheless, this is an old piece and not a piece just made as a souvenir for tourists.

With kind regards,
Georg

Austin bentz Feb 06, 20:14 UTC

I put it on Ebay. Its funny I bought that when I was in elementary school. My Mom kept it this whole time.

George Feb 06, 20:35 UTC

Dear Austin,

Put it on eBay with a fixed price and allow worldwide shipping. Use the keywords "Tribal art", Oceanic art", "New Guinea". It is like fishing, wait and see what happens.

With kind regards,
Georg

Austin bentz Feb 06, 20:50 UTC

Already did all those things. I have a 100% positive feedback on ebay. I just wanted to say you guys have been very helpful, and well worth the 15 bucks. You seem reputable to me, but I am no expert. So Georg, you want a antique Bullroar? For you 150$ lol

Austin bentz Feb 06, 21:52 UTC

It sold thanks again

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