
Cachalot tooth fan handle, Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia
Fan handle, Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia
A fan handle crafted from cachalot (sperm whale) tooth from the Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia, representing Pacific Island carving traditions. This functional artwork showcases the sophisticated material culture and artistic skills of Polynesian craftspeople.
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- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Collection Jean-Claude Bellier
November 22, 2021
Estimate: $8,000 – $12,000
Lot 81
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