Lot 0138A

19th C. Fijian Wood, Fiber, & Stone Adze

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19th C. Fijian Wood, Fiber, & Stone Adze

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Description

Polynesia, Fiji Islands, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A handsome, hand-carved wooden adze with a slender handle that angles dramatically downward to form an asymmetrical V-shape and has on its shorter side a dramatically-angled stone blade head. The junction of blade and handle is wrapped with densely-woven fiber. The body is colored with a bright red pigment that is still present in many areas on the surface. This was one of the most important tools used by people in Fiji prior to European contact, when they were able to trade in iron for the first time. Stone-bladed adzes were integral to planting the crops that sustained their lives. Size: 7.1" W x 16.1" H (18 cm x 40.9 cm); 16.95" H (43.1 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-Michael Evans collection, New Zealand, 2008

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Condition

The surface has extensive patina, with deposits along the woven fiber component. Small fissure at the angle, probably a result of use.

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19th C. Fijian Wood, Fiber, & Stone Adze

Name: 19th C. Fijian Wood, Fiber, & Stone Adze
SKU: 106380413
Price: 5000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $5,000 - $7,500

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