Melanesian (Kaniet Islands) Ceremonial Axe And Britain Photo. 19th C. Rare
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:9855 | Maker: Melanesians |
| Original/Reproduction: Original | Material: Wood |
Here is a very rare chief's ceremonial axe (tridacna shell blade) from the Kaniet Islands of the Bismarck Archipelago -
Take a look at the photograph from the book on shells (Spirals from the Sea) for a very similar specimen.
The body/handle of the axe was designed to resemble the sacred marine animal - the Dugong.
Gorgeous dark patina on this very beautiful wood species.....
Condition-wise - it is in very good solid condition for its old 1860 - 70's (possibly o...lder)....Just the period minor age cracks, dents, chips....
Measurements - length of axe 14 inches, tridacna blade is 3.5 inches.....Cabinet card measures 6 inches x 4 inches.
The photograph depicts a group of 11 New Britain Melanesians....THIS IS AN ORIGINAL AND RARE CABINET CARD!.....alone worth about $400....great subject matter!
*****Just see photos for best description
****Note...shipping cost to anywhere is Europe is $85 shipping cost to Australia is $125
Take a look at the photograph from the book on shells (Spirals from the Sea) for a very similar specimen.
The body/handle of the axe was designed to resemble the sacred marine animal - the Dugong.
Gorgeous dark patina on this very beautiful wood species.....
Condition-wise - it is in very good solid condition for its old 1860 - 70's (possibly o...lder)....Just the period minor age cracks, dents, chips....
Measurements - length of axe 14 inches, tridacna blade is 3.5 inches.....Cabinet card measures 6 inches x 4 inches.
The photograph depicts a group of 11 New Britain Melanesians....THIS IS AN ORIGINAL AND RARE CABINET CARD!.....alone worth about $400....great subject matter!
*****Just see photos for best description
****Note...shipping cost to anywhere is Europe is $85 shipping cost to Australia is $125
