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20th C. Indonesian Wood Dragon Finial / Prow

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20th C. Indonesian Wood Dragon Finial / Prow

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Description

Southeast Asia, Indonesia, ca. mid 20th century CE. A striking wooden finial, made to adorn the prow of a canoe, featuring a dramatic and abstract carved dragon whose head and scaled neck are shown in profile. Floral motifs erupt from the head and neck, forming a fanciful crest. Pretty sky blue and grey pigment give the figure a delightful color palette. Size: 2.5" L x 12.75" W x 22.25" H (6.4 cm x 32.4 cm x 56.5 cm); 22.5" H (57.2 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection, acquired before 2000

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Condition

Repair near top of crest; this is well done and unobtrusive. Small areas of inactive insect damage, mostly on the dragon's snout. A few small chips, nicks, and scratches commensurate with age. However, overall in very nice condition with bright remaining pigment.

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20th C. Indonesian Wood Dragon Finial / Prow

Name: 20th C. Indonesian Wood Dragon Finial / Prow
SKU: 125697646
Price: 650 USD
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