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Tall Slender Seated Wood Figure, Carribean Islands Mid 20th century Polynesia

$600
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£453.53
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€521.18
€651.4820% Off
CA$835.50
CA$1,044.3720% Off
A$929.46
A$1,161.8220% Off
CHF 487.23
CHF 609.0420% Off
MX$11,357.72
MX$14,197.1520% Off
NOK 6,204.29
NOK 7,755.3720% Off
SEK 5,840.48
SEK 7,300.6120% Off
DKK 3,890.42
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About the Item

Tall slender seated wood figure with long slender legs clasped at chest, holding fruit by feet. Carribean Islands or French Polynesia, Mid 20th century It is in good condition with a darkened patina and wear from traditional use and handling, front of toes absent, appropriate for its age, use, and medium. Scuffs and nicks here and there. Carved mark on bottom with possibly the artist's name: G. Fils. Very sweet downturned carved face. mid 20th century,
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    French Polynesia
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early-Mid-20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. In appropriate condition for a used tribal object with wear, scratches and chips. front of toes absent.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SM1044341stDibs: LU1778240664302

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