Lot n° 47
Estimation :
600 - 800
EUR
Result with fees
Result
: 2 816EUR
An ancient penu, classically shaped, carved from a very fine - Lot 47
An ancient penu, classically shaped, carved from a very fine-grained basalt, which was usually shipped from the island of Maupiti.
Tahiti, French Polynesia
Basalt, visible wear and accidents, restoration to the handle (broken and glued), original piece, very nice patina.
H. 15,5 cm
Provenance :
Anne and Jacques Kerchache Collection.
Exhibitions and publications :
- Christie's sale, Paris, October 29, 2008, lot 48.
- Pierre Bergé & Associés sale, June 13, 2010, lot 385.
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