Pacific Islands Furniture

Impressive branch and cauliflower coral assemblage hand crafted in specimens with mother nature's sea inspired colors and forms. Presented on a lucite base to enhance its sculptural ...

Early 20th Century Conus Shell Ornaments, Solomon Islands Three spiral conus shells from the Solomon Islands. These were laboriously sliced with sand and bamboo, which contributed t...

Late 19th-early 20th Bailer shell pectoral, Highlands, possibly Mendi People, Papua New Guinea These large shell pectorals were worn ceremonially by men and women in Papua New Guine...

A vintage carved wood crocodile head boat prow from Papua New Guinea. This mid-20th century Papua New Guinean boat prow has been carved out of wood and features the head of a crocodi...

Lofty one of a kind merulina coral sculpture or assemblage handcrafted with organic sustainable coral and presented on a coquina stone base. Designed and crafted exclusively by F S Henemader Antiques...

Decorative coral sculpture. The coral is from the 1970s and has a beautiful light colored green shade. Medium size coral sculpture.

Large tribal style Polynesian tapa or barkcloth from the South Pacific Island nation of Tonga. The cloth measures over 12 feet wide and over 8 feet high. Handcrafted from the bark of...

Early 20th Century Shield, Wahgi Valley, Western Highlands, Papua New Guinea This large, post contact, shield is traditionally decorated in bold colors with a central circle. This ...

This rare antique Kukukuku (pronounced "cookah-cookah") war club originates from the Morobe Province, which is a very remote area located within the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Gu...

This rare antique Kukukuku (pronounced "cookah-cookah") war club is from the remote highlands of Papua New Guinea. It features a head made of stone in the characteristic 'pineapple' ...

Lofty one of a kind rugosa coral sculpture or assemblage handcrafted in organic sustainable coral and presented on a coquina stone base. Designed and executed exclusively by F S Henemader Antiques...

This striking piece of Samoan Tapa cloth speaks to the history of the South Pacific islanders who have made these beautiful barkcloth artworks for generations and with it's repeating...

Papua New Guinea standing male figure carved hardwood fragment, possibly from canoe? Back broken away and then cut and smoothed (probably by original baser) Based on period block of...

A Ceremonial Mask Wood Pentecost Island, Vanuatu Early 20th Century Size: 32cm high, 11cm wide, 7.5cm deep - 12½ ins high, 4¼ ins wide, 3 ins deep Provenance: Ex Private coll...

A beautiful and large example of Oceanic art, this delightful woven mask would have been used on the gable of a middle Sepik meeting house. The wildly expressive form is accentuated ...

Impressive pair of monumental hand carved wooden paddles featuring finely executed geometric and wave like motifs across the entire surface. The elongated proportions, sculptural silhouettes and richly aged dark patina give the pieces a strong architectural presence. Both paddles show clear signs of age and use, including surface wear and handling marks consistent with their original functional purpose. Each paddle displays a distinct carved pattern, creating a beautiful visual dialogue between the two objects. Likely inspired by ceremonial Oceanic or Polynesian paddles, these examples combine tribal craftsmanship with a highly decorative sculptural quality. Their strong minimalist form makes them particularly suitable as wall mounted objects...

This striking early 20th century tapa bark cloth from Western Samoa and the greater Tongan cultural sphere is a rare and powerful example of Pacific Island textile artistry. Hand-pai...

John Kauage: Continuing and Transforming a Visionary Legacy John Kauage stands today as one of the key figures shaping the future of contemporary art in Papua New Guinea, carrying f...

This rare antique Kukukuku (pronounced "cookah-cookah") war club is from the remote Morobe Province located within the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. The head is carved from...

Large hand carved Asmat shield from Papua, New Guinea, featuring an expressive symmetrical composition with traditional scroll and ancestral motifs in nat...

Tapa Headdress, Lepau, Santa Cruz Island, East Solomon Islands Paper mulberry tree inner bark, natural dye Late 19th to early 20th century 67.5 by 18 inches (171.4 by 45.7 cm) Ex pri...

Wonderful Sculpture by the noted German born Tahitian artist Andreas Dettloff. The sculpture is titled “My Polynesian Heart” and dated 2003. It, or an extremely similar one is depict...

This Fossil Coral Dome Hanging Pendant is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to your s...

Presented here is an extraordinary piece of surf history: Shaun Tomson’s personal surfboard, custom-shaped by legendary Lightning Bolt shaper Bill Barnfield. Measuring 7'0", this boa...

This Fossil Coral Cone Hanging Pendant is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to your s...

An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club With a superb geometric upper section and unusual spiral twist grip Dark glossy patina and excellent colour, with a lug to the butt and ‘old’ pa...

A Papua New Guinea yam festival mask of a horn-billed bird from the mid-20th century. This vintage ceremonial mask, also referred to as a baba mask, originates from the Abelam people...

This Fossil Coral Dome Wall Sconce is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmt...

This Fossil Coral Conical Hanging Pendant is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to you...

Old woven painted basketry yam helmet style mask from Papua New Guinea. Hollow woven form with many layers of red and white pigments from many years of ceremonial use. A helmet style...

This striking early 20th century tapa bark cloth from Western Samoa and the greater Tongan cultural sphere is a rare and powerful example of Pacific Island textile artistry. Hand-pai...

Papua New Guinea standing male ancestral figure. Hand carved from a single piece of wood. Beautiful old pigmented surface w/ finely decorated facial features and shell eyes. Good sig...

This Fossil Coral Cone Swan Wall Light is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to your s...

An old and authentic votive board representing the spirit of water, Shamanic, Primitive Arts, Tribal Art, Brutalist, Shabby-Chic, in carved wood and painted with patina due to use, characteristic work of the creations of the Kwoma people , Washkuk Mountains, Upper Sepik region, Papua New Guinea, 1950. This votive board comes from the former collection of a French diplomat...

This Fossil Coral Tube Wall Sconce is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to your space...

Remarkable graphic painting on tree bark from Fiji. Bark cloth is beaten from fibrous vines, and then painted freehand with abstract motifs and designs that reference the natural env...

This Fossil Coral Brain Coral Lamp is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to your space...

Oceanic Schouten islands Pounder Papua New Guinea A Fine old hard wood Pounder or pestle with a standing female figure from the schouten islands off the north coast of Papua new Gui...

This Fossil Coral Dome Arc Wall Light is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to your space. Ethically sourced and delicately handcrafted by local artisans of the Marovo Lagoon, these precious Fossil Coral pieces are transformed into contemporary collectables by artist Matt Woodfield, becoming the perfect addition to both minimal, modern and contemporary spaces, as well as eclectic art spaces, immersing any room in an ethereal glow and awe-inspiring elegance. Our Fossil Coral bespoke pieces are collected ethically on land, ensuring the preservation of live coral...

A striking and culturally rich Samoan bark cloth textile (siapo), dating to the late 19th to early 20th century CE. Measuring approximately 120 x 130 cm, this impressive work was cra...

Early Handcrafted glass vase by Michael Harris for Mdina Glass on the Mediterranean Island of Malta. Signed Mdina on the base. Michael was inspired by the scenery of the island and t...

Papua New Guinea: Talipun, Boiken, Sepik River Region  Northern Papua New Guinea, 20th Century  A fine example of the rich cultural heritage of Papua New ...

A fantastic hand-carved primitive wood totem sculpture/ figure from the Sepik River people (Ambunti and Wewak) of Papua New Guinea. This work, which features tusked ancestral spirit ...

Beautiful and unique wood bowl by David Auld. World renowned American-born Haitian wood working artist David Auld creates one of a kind pieces that catapu...

This piece is an excellent example of an adornment used by Abelam warriors to frighten their enemies. They are held in a warrior’s mouth for courage and to intimidate their adversary...

Yiman (Alamblak) People, Southern Hills, Middle Sepik River 42 x 10 x 2 in. / 107 x 25 x 5 cm The Yipwon are the patron spirits of hunting and warfare.

This Fossil Coral Cone Hanging Pendant is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to your s...

Originally collected in the Solomon Islands in 1938, this one of a kind treasure from the south pacific comes from a private oceanic collection. This is a Solomon Islands Santa Cruz hand carved figure called a Duka, circa 1930s. It was carved in an extremely hard native wood and features a finely carved, unusual extended conical head, a handwoven loin cloth and turmeric encrustation. For your convenience, many of our photographs were taken in natural day light which accurately illuminate surface areas depicting original dark patina that you would expect from an important early carving such as this one. We will include a complimentary custom wood display base that you see photographed. Dimensions: 21.25 inches high Provenance: collected in l938 and originally acquired by a visiting French collecting tourist in the Solomon Islands then to dealer and Texas collector and to our private collection in year 2000 so could have been a specially crafted fine 1930s tourist sculpture piece for the visiting French tourist. History: Duka sculpture from Nendo Island, politically part of the Solomon Islands, is distinctive, and only a limited number of works have been documented. The conical extension at the back of the head represents a man's hairstyle. Called abe, its construction and shape was a symbol of wealth and high social status, and for older men, it also served the practical purpose of covering bald spots. All Nendo figure refer to deities or supernatural beings (Ellis: 2009, pp. 78-85) Auction sale: Bonhams Auctions April 28, 2015 sale. Exceptional Lime Container...

Sago peg, tapak, Abelam/Wosera people, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea Sago pegs are used to secure a screen mesh during the preparation of sago flour. This example depicts a ...

Standing Sepik River Area of Papua New Guinea, male stocky figure with hands on hips, and remains of red pigments Strong expression, with semi-circular ears, incised line scarificati...

This handcrafted tribal trophy skull replica from Irian Jaya, Papua New Guinea, is a striking piece of ethnic decor that reflects the ancestral warrior traditions of the Papuan tribes. Made from sculpted resin and adorned with natural feathers, shells, seeds, resin, and beeswax, it authentically reproduces the ceremonial skulls once displayed as symbols of strength and honor. Each piece is hand-assembled using traditional techniques, with intricate details that evoke both mysticism and cultural depth. The crown of natural feathers, the central shell in the nasal cavity, and the eye sockets filled with organic materials reflect historic embalming rituals. This tribal skull...

Beautiful and unique ceremonial mask from the Sepik River area of Papua New Guinea made of wood, cowrie shells, feathers, clay, pigment and grass. Small parts are missing on the u...

Small carved darkened wood bird faced mask with long nose/beak. Smaller squatting figure with curled arms carved on forehead. From Sepik River Area of Papua New Guinea. Signs of ...

This Fossil Coral Dome Arc Wall Light is a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship, destined to bring a unique aesthetic warmth and etherial glow to your sp...

A fine, older Melanesian ebony wood carving. From the Trobriand Islands. In the form of a crouching tree kangaroo (black dorcopsis) with geometric...

Made of soft, smooth, rayon and with an authentic sewn in on three sides "Diamond Head Sportswear" label, this vintage Hawaiian shirt is from t...

Description Barkcloth, ngatu, made of bark (likely paper mulberry). Rectangular cloth, light brown in colour and made from sections of cloth pasted together with tapioca. Decoration ...

Group of three early Papua New Guinea Sepik miniature tightly woven raffia yam mask with areas of heavy yellow and black pigments. Different Bird imagery in...

A rare and important Oceanic Papuan Asmat tribal carved ancestral sago bowl (also known as a platter, serving shield and tray) crafted in the likes of the...

Wood Carved Stirrup Vessel, or Pipe, Massim people, Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guinea. Hand-carved wood in the form of a large animal with a top ci...