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Turtle Shell Figure, Makira (San Cristobal), Solomon Islands — Turtle Shell Figure, Makira (San Cristobal), Solomon Islands

Turtle Shell Figure, Makira (San Cristobal), Solomon Islands

Turtle Shell Figure, Makira (San Cristobal), Solomon Islands

A turtle shell figure from Makira in the Solomon Islands, representing the artistic traditions and spiritual symbolism of Melanesian cultures. The turtle motif reflects the significance of sea creatures in Pacific Island societies.

Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

The Amy & Elliot Lawrence Collection

May 24, 2022

Estimate: $8,000 – $12,000

Lot 42

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Turtle Shell Figure, Makira (San Cristobal), Solomon Islands, Turtle Shell Figure, Makira (San Cristobal), Solomon Islands

A turtle shell figure from Makira in the Solomon Islands, representing the artistic traditions and spiritual symbolism of Melanesian cultures. The turtle motif reflects the significance of sea creatures in Pacific Island societies.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Solomon Islands, Pacific Islands, Melanesian, Turtle, Makira, Shell Work, Indigenous Art