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Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.
Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.

Polynesian Austral Islands Ceremonial Paddle...circa 1840s. w/ good provenance.

$ 3300

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Maker: Austral Islanders
  • Condition: Normal wear is commensurate with old age
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Material: Wood
  • Original/Reproduction: Original

    Description

    An old Polynesian (Austral Islands) beauty!
    Circa 1840s.
    Classic engraved geometric motif/design.
    An unusual single sun (or star) glyph on the blade.
    8 traditional Tiki heads on the top of handle.
    Amazing pristine condition save for an age crack at the blade/shaft junction.
    Looks 100X better in person.
    A beautiful specimen!......
    *Paperwork available upon request.
    Specimens in superb condition (like this one) are hard to find.
    Measurements: Full length - approximately 44 inches........Width of blade 8.5 inches
    This pieces comes with a custom made metal stand.
    ***Inquire about cost of shipping if you reside somewhere in Europe or Australia/New Zealand as cost could be as high as 0.
    ***** STUDY PHOTOS FOR BEST DESCRIPTION...........KNOW WHAT YOU ARE BUYING.......ALL SALES ARE FINAL......ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS!!!!........feel free to ask any questions (if need be).