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Massim Canoe Splash Board ‘Lagim’, Papua New Guinea, c.

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Massim Canoe Splash Board ‘Lagim’, Papua New Guinea, c.

Item Details

Description

Wood, lime and ochre pigmentation
Massim Culture, circa 1920
Canoe splash board with geometric and curvilinear designs
Partly openwork with a seated central female figure
Good overall patina of use
Dimensions: 71 x 59 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Private collection, Bremen
A fine Massim canoe splashboard with figural and ornamental carving

The present canoe splash board, called lagim, dates to the early 20th century and was carved by the Massim Culture indigenous to Papua New Guinea. It boasts geometric and curvilinear ornaments throughout with remains of natural pigments. The top is partly openwork with a seated central female figure with legs apart and hands raised in a gesture of supplication. Many Massim live along the coast thus the art they create is largely connected with boating. Common are canoe splashboards and wave splitters carved in low relief and painted in white, black and red. Carvings of this kind were traditionally mounted transverse to the hull. They represented one of the most important elements of the canoe for they were believed to provide special protection.

Literature:

Anthony J.P. Meyer, Ozeanische Kunst, Vol. I, Köln 1995, p. 143

The splash board is in good condition with overall moderate wear due to exposure. There are drying cracks, minor losses and light abrasions to the surface. The dimensions are 71 x 59 cm. (tfa)

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Massim Canoe Splash Board ‘Lagim’, Papua New Guinea, c.

Name: Massim Canoe Splash Board ‘Lagim’, Papua New Guinea, c.
SKU: 31099323
Price: 1440 EUR
Availability: InStock

Estimate €1,440 - €1,800

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