Kali neck rest, Fiji Islands Length: 58.5 cm Wood and marine ivory. This kali neck rest exemplifies the refinement of Fijian craftsmanship designed to preserve hairstyles while sleeping. Its exceptional central inlay of marine ivory, finely carved in the shape of a star, enhances the simplicity of its silhouette and underscores the prestigious character of this object, in which the quality of the materials is combined with exquisite craftsmanship. Provenance: American gallery.
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Estimate
€3,000 - €5,000
Buyer's premium
32%
Kali neck rest, Fiji Islands
Length: 58.5 cm
Wood and marine ivory.
This kali neck rest exemplifies the refinement of Fijian craftsmanship designed to preserve hairstyles while sleeping. Its exceptional central inlay of marine ivory, finely carved in the shape of a star, enhances the simplicity of its silhouette and underscores the prestigious character of this object, in which the quality of the materials is combined with exquisite craftsmanship.
Provenance:
American gallery.
Sale
Thursday 26 November・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 15 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris