Ritual Bowl

67-5-5

From: Solomon Islands | Santa Ana, Solomon Islands

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Native Name Apira
Object Number 67-5-5
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Solomon Islands | Santa Ana, Solomon Islands
Section Oceanian
Materials Wood | Shell | Pigment
Description

Two bonito along sides, two porpoise at each end, half shark motif on end of bowl. From the Waumwaumwa cult of Natagera. Carver: Puafagatea.

Height 24.5 cm
Length 48.5 cm
Width 16.2 cm
Credit Line William Kohler Expedition; William H. Davenport, 1967

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