Commemorative House Post

67-5-140

From: Solomon Islands | Santa Ana, Solomon Islands

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number 67-5-140
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Solomon Islands | Santa Ana, Solomon Islands
Section Oceanian
Materials Wood
Description

Carved for commemorative house Ruma Tora, as were posts 67-5-124 and 138. Iconography: double bonito. Carved by Murisigaie, commissioned by Gapitaufa for his participation in the commemorative feast. Carved in 1935-36.

Length 127 cm
Credit Line William Kohler Expedition; William H. Davenport, 1967

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