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Sepik River Tribal Crocodile Canoe Prow, c1880
Large carved canoe prow in the form of a Crocodile head,c1880. This tribal piece originates from the Sepik river area of Papua New Guinea where canoes are the primary mode of transport. Crocodiles feature strongly in tribal mythology and of course are a threat in real life so the carving is designed to keep the canoe occupants safe by fooling any real crocodiles into thinking they have encountered a fellow Croc. The carving has real decorative appeal, simply carved in a tribal fashion it is clearly hand carved. The wood has taken on great colour/patina. Overall condition is good , the carving is solid and structurally sound there are age related splits and small losses to the end, presumably where it was originally joined to the canoe. All exactly as you would expect from a genuine old example. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.
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Size: 55 cm long/wide x 27cm deep x12 cm tall, weight 1.8kg.
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NR28 9JR
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Price includes FREE UK delivery, please contact me regarding international shipping.
Size: 55 cm long/wide x 27cm deep x12 cm tall, weight 1.8kg.
Price
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Category Tribal Art
Period Late 19th Century Antiques
Material Wood
Item code as1056a473
Status For Sale
£495.00
$643.30
€594.30
$643.30
€594.30
Conversion rates as of 28/OCT/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Price includes FREE UK delivery
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Curious Antiques
Midland Road
North Walsham
Norfolk, UK
NR28 9JR
Tel : 07795 237189
Non UK callers : +44 7795 237189
Get directions to Curious Antiques
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