A Carved Hardwood Paddle, - Jun 11, 2024 | Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers In England
LiveAuctioneers Logo

lots of lots

A carved hardwood paddle,

Recommended Items

item-178181479=1
item-178181479=2
item-178181479=3
item-178181479=4
item-178181479=5
item-178181479=6
A carved hardwood paddle,
A carved hardwood paddle,
Item Details
Description
A carved hardwood paddle, probably late 19th/early 20th century, Polynesian, Austral Islands, with all-over geometric carving, with crescents, niho and two suns to the base of the shaft, the terminal with eight 'dancing girls' masks, 23cm wide 114cm long Provenance: The David Morris Collection. The Austral Islands are the southernmost group of islands in French Polynesia, and such paddles were traded with Europeans who visited the islands on whaling ships during the first half of the 19th century. Condition Report: Chips and loss to the paddle end, and the end terminal.
Buyer's Premium
  • 25%

A carved hardwood paddle,

Estimate £600 - £800
See Sold Price
Starting Price £480
5 bidders are watching this item.
Get approved to bid.

Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Essex, England, uk
See Policy for Shipping

Payment

Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers

Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers

Essex, United Kingdom1,862 Followers
TOP