Shell Spoon, Solomon Islands. Oceania

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Object description :

"Shell Spoon, Solomon Islands. Oceania"

Our fine mother-of-pearl spoon has been carved from an ancient nautilus shell, retaining its natural curvature. The outer surface of the object has been polished at length to reveal the iridescence of the shell.
Provenance: Solomon Islands, early 20th century.
Very good condition.
A similar piece is in the British Museum under inventory number Oc1980,Q.638.

Price: 200 €

Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition

Material: Other
Length: 14 cm
Width: 5 cm
Diameter: 5 cm

Reference: 1491953