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Kapkap set - Solomon Islands

Name: Kapkap set - Solomon Islands
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: 7Z7704P1PV
Price: 1800 EUR
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1.800 €

Period 20th century

Style Tribal Art

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Kapkap set - Solomon Islands

Kapkap set made of shell enhanced by a stylized bird motif in tortoiseshell.
The shell is pierced in the center, and very fine cords of twisted plant fibers hold the scale motif in place.
Very typical Solomon Island work, for a male ornament worn at dances. The round shape represents the full moon, and the motif generally stylizes a frigate, a very important bird for this Pacific people, since when it dives, it shows fishermen the shoals of fish. Occasionally, the motif represents the spine or ribs of an ancestor.
Note the extremely well executed native repair on the left side, which gives the object added value.

Old restoration, not altering the aesthetics of the whole, and giving a particular charm to this pendant.
Otherwise, very good condition and magnificent patina.

REGION : Solomon Islands
MATERIAL: Tridacna shell, tortoiseshell
TIME: late 19th or early 20th century
DIMENSION: 16.5 x 16.5 x 0.5 cm

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Stock number : OC017

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Additional Information

Condition	Good
Style	Tribal Art (Oceanic Body adornment of Tribal Art Style)
Period	20th century (Oceanic Body adornment 20th century)
Country of origin	Solomon Islands
Diameter (cm)	16.5
Materials	Shell, Scale