Indonesian Carved Papua New Guinea Boat Model Dugout Trencher Plough Display 68"

Description

Intriguing Folk Art carved dugout boat model. Features carvings on each end and pointed bow / stern. Made in Papua New Guinea, circa late 20th century

The huge, oversized small scale miniature or toy canoe model would have been crafted virtually identical to a full size example. Reaching impressive lengths, the canoes builder would frequently have to travel over thirty miles down the river to find a tree large enough required to form such a large, elongated hull. With canoes the only way of transportation, different styles and sizes were needed, including large war canoes, capable of holding from fifteen to twentyfive men. These large canoes, hollowed from a single massive log, were also used for trading, fishing expeditions and daily lives.

Condition

Good Condition; Gently Used

Dimensions

68" x 8" x 8"h