Lime Spatula
Admiralty Islands
19th-early 20th century
Previous Collection: Private Italian Collection
Spatulas for the application of Lime can be found all over Oceania. This example is from the Admiralty Islands; figurative sculpture from this area is difficult to acquire. This example consists of a finely carved ancestor with elaborate headdress. There is great attention to detail; such as a delineated scapula, and arms that are carved away from the body. The patina is rich and deep from generations of use and handling. In excellent condition.
Figure’s height: 4 in / 10.2 cm
Size
Total height: 13 ½ in / 34.3 cm
Item
IN 12-2-19 / Price on request
Gallery
Lime Spatula
Admiralty Islands
19th-early 20th century
Previous Collection: Private Italian Collection
Spatulas for the application of Lime can be found all over Oceania. This example is from the Admiralty Islands; figurative sculpture from this area is difficult to acquire. This example consists of a finely carved ancestor with elaborate headdress. There is great attention to detail; such as a delineated scapula, and arms that are carved away from the body. The patina is rich and deep from generations of use and handling. In excellent condition.
Figure’s height: 4 in / 10.2 cm
Size
Total height: 13 ½ in / 34.3 cm
Item
IN 12-2-19 / Price on request
Gallery