Ceremonial Dancing Paddle, Solomon Islands

Ceremonial Dancing Paddle                                                                 Santa Cruz, Temotu Province, Solomon Islands                                                           Ca. 19th centuryWoodH: 80.5 in x W: 5.25 in :: 204.5 cm x 13.3 cmDesigned as an abstract composition representing elements of the bonito fish, the frigate bird and anthropomorphic human-like parts. Shaft ends a phallic-like grip guard. Superb old example, ex-old collection, New Zealand.

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