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Old or Antique Trobriand Islands Carved Wooden Crouching Tree Kangaroo Figurine
$895
£676.30
€782.76
CA$1,255.64
A$1,396.63
CHF 732.67
MX$17,042.09
NOK 9,195.95
SEK 8,666.07
DKK 5,842.96
About the Item
A fine, older Melanesian ebony wood carving.
From the Trobriand Islands.
In the form of a crouching tree kangaroo (black dorcopsis) with geometric engraving throughout.
Mounted atop an oval plinth.
Simply a wonderful Oceanic tribal carving!
Date:
Likely Mid-20th Century or possibly earlier
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition.
Condition Details:
There is some weathering here and there particularly to the front center including the neck, between the arms, and between the legs. Otherwise, there is some light edge wear, some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
Measurements:
Height: ca. 6 3/8 in.
Width: ca. 2 1/4 in.
Depth: ca. 1 7/8 in.
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- Dimensions:Height: 6.38 in (16.21 cm)Width: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Depth: 1.88 in (4.78 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. See description for condition details.
- Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: 6112025142009DSAINVBFMY251stDibs: LU1610245649682
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