Canoe Prow, Papua New Guinea, Oceania, Tribal Art, Oceanic Art, Marine Object

Canoe Prow, Papua New Guinea, Oceania, Tribal Art, Oceanic Art, Marine Object-photo-3

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Object description :

"Canoe Prow, Papua New Guinea, Oceania, Tribal Art, Oceanic Art, Marine Object"

Canoe prow in the shape of a crocodile head collected in the Iatmul area in Papua New Guinea. The canoe remains the most common means of transport in the Sepik River Valley today. Most of these canoes used in the lower and middle Sepik regions have a carved prow representing a crocodile head, a feared and venerated animal. Wood with signs of use. Sold mounted on a base. Approx. 54 x 25 x 15 cm / €200 base and free shipping.

Price: 200 €

Period: 21st century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition

Material: Solid wood
Width: 25 cm
Height: 54 cm
Depth: 15 cm

Reference: 1516187
Availability: In stock