Gameta Village, Kiriwina Island, Trobriand Islands, Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea

A fine Massim Canoe tip. In all its glory with prow and splashboard held in place by tight bush string binding. Decorated with vibrant “trade” pigments, the tip and prow covered in incised and raised abstract motif, with two figures at the top centre. Weathered patina from time at sea, with evidence of old pests, which are no longer present. In excellent condition. Circa Mid 20th Century. Mounted on a steel display stand

Dimensions (not including stand): 68 x 71 cm or 26.75 x 28 inches.
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