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Massim, Canoe ‘Tabuya’, Papua New Guinea, c. 1920

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Massim, Canoe ‘Tabuya’, Papua New Guinea, c. 1920

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Description

Wood, lime and some modern overpaint
Massim Culture, Papua New Guinea, circa 1920
Canoe splitter with typical geometric and curvilinear designs
Nice weathered patina overall
Dimensions: 26 x 49 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Private collection, Bremen
A decorative example of a canoe splitter from the first quarter of the 20th century

The present canoe splitter, called tabuya, dates to the first quarter of the 20th century and was carved by the Massim Culture indigenous to Papua New Guinea. It features typical geometric and curvilinear designs, encrusted lime pigments with natural red pigments and some modern red paint overlay. The surface has a nice weathered patina overall. 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.

Literature:

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

The splitter is in good condition with signs of wear consistent with age and use. There are a few drying cracks, minor losses and light abrasions to the surface. The dimensions are 26 x 49 cm. (tfa)

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Massim, Canoe ‘Tabuya’, Papua New Guinea, c. 1920

Name: Massim, Canoe ‘Tabuya’, Papua New Guinea, c. 1920
SKU: 31099325
Price: 480 EUR
Availability: InStock

Estimate €480 - €600

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