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1920s Trobriand Island Carved Wood Food Bowl

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1920s Trobriand Island Carved Wood Food Bowl

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Description

South Pacific Islands, Trobriand, Island, ca. 1920 CE. A fabulous serving bowl or deep tray carved from native hardwood. Elongated oval form carved with continuous scrolling band around the rim rounded bottom left reserved. At this time in this region of the world there was still little contact with the "civilized" western world. A remarkable and desirable example! Size: 17.75" L x 10.25" W (45.1 cm x 26 cm)

Provenance: Ex- Private New Orleans, LA collection

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Condition

Intact and near choice with wear as expected and lovely deep patina from use.

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1920s Trobriand Island Carved Wood Food Bowl

Name: 1920s Trobriand Island Carved Wood Food Bowl
SKU: 51138936
Price: 1200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,200 - $1,500

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Starting Price $600

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