Ceremonial Dance Paddle, Austral Islands
ra'ivavae
length 42in (107cm)
Provenance
John and Marian Scott Collection, Manhattan Beach, California
Intricately carved throughout, the pommel with stylized dancing figures around the perimeter, a long cylindrical shaft with a spade-form paddle blade; fine semi-glossy dark brown patina.
All proceeds from this lot to benefit the Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Crafts