19th C. Thai Wood / Iron Coconut Grater - Bird

Southeast Asia, Thailand, late 19th to early 20th century CE. A hand-carved wooden coconut grater depicting a bird - likely a duck, swan, goose, or other waterfowl - rendered with its neck arched and head looking upward, perhaps honking to call its goslings. The form is nicely carved and embellished with incised wings, plumage, tailfeathers, eyes, and beak. A wonderful example, unusual for its avian theme. Size: 29.5" L x 13.625" H (74.9 cm x 34.6 cm)

Provenance: ex-private Hawaii, USA collection, acquired in 2014

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#148441
Condition Report: Old losses to bird's chest and underside of the body. Age cracks and old nicks/divots to the wood. Normal surface wear with nice remains of red pigment and lustrous age patina. Iron grater has developed a nice age patina as well.