The George Brown Collection at Minpaku
An introduction to the life and work of George Brown, and his collection of ethnological artefacts.
Sling from New Britain
A sling for throwing stones. Used as an artillery weapon. Fighters held the end of the rope, and twirled it rapidly to fling the stone at a distant enemy.
| Collection Number | H0136833 |
|---|---|
| Artefact | Sling |
| Location | New Britain, Bismarck Archipelago |
| Materials | Stone, Leaf, String |
| Dimensions/Weight | H: 4.4 cm / W: 5.9 cm / D: 4.5 cm / Wght: 103.0 g |