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Woodwork
Ceremonial Canoe Paddle
Austral Islands artist, (active )
Austral Islands artist
Austral Islands
41 1/4 x 9 in. (104.8 x 22.9 cm)
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1800-1900, 1900-2000, canoe paddles, Oceanic, Oceanic art (Pacific Islands), sculpture
Woodwork
Based on the size and intricately carved surface it is unlikely that this was ever used as a canoe paddle. Although knowledge of their original function is lost, it is believed that paddles like this may have been used to accentuate a dancer’s movements during ritual performances. By the late 19th century Austral artists recognized Westerners’ interest in the paddles fine carving and craftsmanship and began making them for the market.
[Gallery label text, 2009]
1953.31
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Memorial Art Gallery
3/20/2001
53.31SL1
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53.31DI1
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53.31DI#2
digital image
7/28/2009
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