SAN CRISTOBAL SEA SPIRIT 'ADORO"

Antique ornament of sea spirit figure.
This small figure has an anthropomorphic body and a fish replacing the head.
Spirits of the sea 'Adoro' belongs to the traditions of the South Eastern Solomon Islands, San Cristobal, Malaita and Santa Catalina.
Examples of sea spirit images are in the Barbier Müller Museum, Metropolitan Museum and New Orleans Museum
Old patina and old traces of use. Comes together with a Report of Expertise
End of 19th beginning of 20th century , 21 x 14 cm
Makira, Solomon Islands

Provenance: Old private collection UK.

Price: upon request