Gawa Island, Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea

A vibrant Gawa Island canoe splashboard. Carved from dense wood, the top section with wonderful incised and openwork abstract motif, while the body of the board is covered in classic Massim serpent motif. The front surface with applied “trade” pigments some of which has weathered away from time at sea. There is a village repair to a split on the top using nylon fishing line, and some muting of the pigments from time in the sea. In overall excellent condition. Mounted on a custom steel stand..

Dimensions: 72 x 59 cm or 28.25 x 23.25 inches.

Price: $1300.00 AUD