Muzeion
Northern Solomon Islands Ceremonial Canoe Paddles
Product Description
The Northern Solomon Islands Ceremonial Canoe Paddles are two paddles with flat, long, lentoid blades and central raised ridges, with long handles or flattened ovoid form. The shorter paddle is adorned with three relief squatting “Kokorra”, the powerful iconic spirits associated with the mens secret society. Two smaller “Kokorra” sit atop a larger figure, and the opposite side displays two small spirit heads. The larger paddle features the head of a “Kokorra” with a jagged layered beard and disc earrings, and above an intricate abstract form similar to the shell cutouts worn on pendants. The reverse is simply carved with a relied tapering ridge. These details are painted in red-brown and black. The appearance of these anthropomorphic spirits would have protected and ensured the success of the user.
Product Details
- ColorsRed, Brown, Black
- Materials
Wood
- Measurements
65"L x 6"W x 6"H
- OriginIndonesia
— Northern Solomon Islands Ceremonial Canoe Paddles
— Two Paddles With Flat, Long, Lentoid Blades And Central Raised Ridges
— Slight Loss To Edges Of The Paddle Blades, Surface Shows General Weathering, Minor Hairline Cracks, Pigment Loss
— Includes Custom Mounts, But Need Further Support
— For A Similar Example See “Heilbrunn Timeline Of Art History. N.Y. Metropolitan Museum, A Very Similar Pair Is In Exhibition In The Rockefeller Pavilion Of Oceanic Art
— Includes Certificate Of Authenticity By Muzeion Gallery
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityContiguous United States
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Shipping PolicyWhite Glove Delivery
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White Glove Charges$399.00 first item / $399.00 each additional ?White glove service includes delivery into the room of choice with removal of packaging. White glove service does NOT include assembly IF the item requires it.
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Ship In3-5 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
Size Chart
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