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Early 20th C. Solomon Islands Wood Canoe Paddle

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Early 20th C. Solomon Islands Wood Canoe Paddle

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Description

Oceania, Melanesia, Solomon Islands, ca. early 20th century CE. A hand-carved wooden canoe paddle of a tall form. The petaloid blade bears a slightly uneven profile with one lateral edge more rounded than the other as well as a pointed tip that cuts through the water with ease. The sturdy handle emanates from one side of the blade face and has a flattened butt end which is easy to grasp. Red-brown patina has formed across both the blade and handle. Size: 4.5" W x 68.875" H (11.4 cm x 174.9 cm); 69.7" H (177 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection

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Condition

Minor nicks to handle and blade, with chips to small area of paddle blade tip, otherwise intact and very good. Great patina throughout. Old inventory label on handle.

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Early 20th C. Solomon Islands Wood Canoe Paddle

Name: Early 20th C. Solomon Islands Wood Canoe Paddle
SKU: 92990391
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $400

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Starting Price $125

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