Rossini
135
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Model of a canoe, Fiji Islands Archipelago, Polynesia
See original version (French)
135
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Model of a canoe, Fiji Islands Archipelago, Polynesia
See original version (French)
Estimate €500 - €1,000
Voluntary lot
Description
Model of a canoe, Fiji Islands Archipelago, Polynesia
Wood and plant fibres
40 x 20 x 38 cm
This model of a sailing canoe illustrates the fundamental importance of seafaring in Fijian societies. A scaled-down reproduction of traditional vessels, it illustrates the remarkable mastery of shipbuilding techniques developed in the archipelago. These canoes, designed for travel between the islands, played an essential role in trade, travel and everyday life.
See original version (French)
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About the sale
CLASSICAL ART, Asian collection, antique paintings & works of art
Auction location
Auction time
11/04/2026 at 2:00 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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