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Material: Coconut
Antique Sailors Bugbear, Naive Folk Art Carved Coconut, Late 18th/Early 19th C.
Antique Sailors Bugbear, Naive Folk Art Carved Coconut, Late 18th/Early 19th C.

Antique Sailors Bugbear, Naive Folk Art Carved Coconut, Late 18th/Early 19th C.

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE FOLK ART CARVING An intricately carved coconut with a face on one side which makes use the naturally occurring holes and pits of the coconut to form a man’s eyes and mouth...

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Late 18th Century Folk Art Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Coconut

Nias 'Kalabubu' Coconut & Brass Headhunter Necklace
Nias 'Kalabubu' Coconut & Brass Headhunter Necklace

Nias 'Kalabubu' Coconut & Brass Headhunter Necklace

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This 'Kalabubu' necklace, also known as the 'head-hunter' necklace made out of coconut and brass is the most important ornament for the men of Southern Nias Island, North Sumatra...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia
Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia

Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia This is a rare coconut shell holy water dipper from the Bali Aga people of the Kintamani region of Bali, Indonesi...

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Late 19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Coconut

Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor Interior design
Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor Interior design

Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor Interior design

Located in London, GB

Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor A coco de mer nut from the Seychelles islands carved on the back side to make a decorative container. This highly pleasing decor...

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19th Century Seychellois Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Coconut

Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia
Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia

Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia This is a rare coconut shell holy water dipper from the Bali Aga people of the Kintamani region of Bali, Indonesi...

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Late 19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Coconut

Early 19th C. French Colonial Carved Coconut Curiosity or Possible Money Box
Early 19th C. French Colonial Carved Coconut Curiosity or Possible Money Box

Early 19th C. French Colonial Carved Coconut Curiosity or Possible Money Box

Located in New York, NY

This rare early 19th-century French Colonial carved coconut is a remarkable example of the ingenuity and craftsmanship of sailors, soldiers, or prisoners of war during long sea voyag...

Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Coconut

French Colonial Carved Coconut "Bugbear" Flask with Silver Mounts, 18/19th C.
French Colonial Carved Coconut "Bugbear" Flask with Silver Mounts, 18/19th C.

French Colonial Carved Coconut "Bugbear" Flask with Silver Mounts, 18/19th C.

Located in New York, NY

This rare early 19th-century French Colonial carved coconut "bugbear" flask is a remarkable example of the ingenuity and craftsmanship of sailors, soldiers, or prisoners of war durin...

Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Sterling Silver

Finely Proportioned Coconut Goblet in 17th Century Taste
Finely Proportioned Coconut Goblet in 17th Century Taste

Finely Proportioned Coconut Goblet in 17th Century Taste

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A finely proportioned coconut goblet in 17th century taste 19th century or earlier. Turned and polished coconut shell, swag and drop engraved top f...

Category

19th Century French French Provincial Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Coconut

Rare Early 19th-Century French Colonial Carved Coconut "Bugbear" with Serpent
Rare Early 19th-Century French Colonial Carved Coconut "Bugbear" with Serpent

Rare Early 19th-Century French Colonial Carved Coconut "Bugbear" with Serpent

Located in New York, NY

This rare early 19th-century French Colonial carved coconut "bugbear" flask is a fascinating artifact showcasing the artistry and resourcefulness of sailors, soldiers, or prisoners o...

Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Coconut

Coconut Shell Engraved Tribal Bowl from Nias, Mentawai Islands, Indonesia
Coconut Shell Engraved Tribal Bowl from Nias, Mentawai Islands, Indonesia

Coconut Shell Engraved Tribal Bowl from Nias, Mentawai Islands, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This hand crafted and tribal engraved bowl originates from Nias Island Indonesia. It features tribal motifs along the rim and a beautiful hand hewn texture along its basin. It is cra...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Tribal Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Coconut

Hunting Tales: Rare 19th-Century French Colonial Carved Coconut Bugbear Flask
Hunting Tales: Rare 19th-Century French Colonial Carved Coconut Bugbear Flask

Hunting Tales: Rare 19th-Century French Colonial Carved Coconut Bugbear Flask

Located in New York, NY

This rare early 19th-century French Colonial carved coconut "bugbear" flask is a fascinating artifact showcasing the artistry and resourcefulness of sailors, soldiers, or prisoners o...

Category

19th Century French Antique Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Coconut

Nias 'Kalabubu' Coconut & Brass Headhunter Necklace
Nias 'Kalabubu' Coconut & Brass Headhunter Necklace

Nias 'Kalabubu' Coconut & Brass Headhunter Necklace

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This 'Kalabubu' necklace, also known as the 'head-hunter' necklace made out of coconut and brass is the most important ornament for the men of Southern Nias Island, North Sumatra...

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Coconut Folk Art

Materials

Brass

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