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Indonesian Carved Papua New Guinea Boat Model Dugout Trencher Plough Display 68"

About the Item

Intriguing Folk Art carved dugout boat model. Features carvings on each end and pointed bow / stern. Made in Papua New Guinea, circa late 20th century The huge, oversized small scale miniature or toy canoe model would have been crafted virtually identical to a full size example. Reaching impressive lengths, the canoes builder would frequently have to travel over thirty miles down the river to find a tree large enough required to form such a large, elongated hull. With canoes the only way of transportation, different styles and sizes were needed, including large war canoes, capable of holding from fifteen to twenty five men. These large canoes, hollowed from a single massive log, were also used for trading, fishing expeditions and daily lives. DIMENSIONS 68" x 8" x 8"h

Dimensions:

Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 68 in (172.72 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)

Style:

Folk Art (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Hardwood

Period:

Late 20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Late 20th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Good Condition; Gently Used.