Ceremonial paddle from the RA'IVAVAE Islands before 1846

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Ceremonial paddle from the RA'IVAVAE Islands before 1846

Name: Ceremonial paddle from the RA'IVAVAE Islands before 1846
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: BL7IXZUYZY
Price: 9500 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery L antiquaire du Monastir

9.500 €

Period 19th century

Style Other style

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Used as a dance paddle during ceremonies and an emblem of power reserved for chiefs, intended to symbolically direct the canoe or group.
A rare example carved from dense wood using archaic tools, it is in perfect condition and features tiki heads on its upper part.
Very beautiful patina.

Ref: BL7IXZUYZY

Additional Information

Condition	As new
Style	Other style (Oceanic Common and rituals objects of Other style Style)
Period	19th century (Oceanic Common and rituals objects 19th century)
Country of origin	French Polynesia
Length (cm)	92
Width (cm)	18
Height (cm)	92
Weight (Kg)	1
Materials	Wood