Huge Polynesian Woven Palm Frond Broad Fans (pr)
**Originally Listed At $350**
Oceania, Polynesia, likely Fiji Islands, ca. mid-20th century CE. A massive pair of broad fans comprised of woven palm fronds; sun dried with warm beige hues. Traditionally palm leaf fans were used for keeping cool, swatting away flies, as signs of prestige, and fanning cooking fires. These are perfect as decorative wall hangings. Size: 35.5" L x 31" W (90.2 cm x 78.7 cm)
This item is oversized and requires special shipping, please inquire about shipping cost prior to bidding.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#180001
Condition Report: Some minor wear to fronds, some fraying and small tears to the fibers. A few small stains. Good vintage condition!
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**Originally Listed At $350**
Oceania, Polynesia, likely Fiji Islands, ca. mid-20th century CE. A massive pair of broad fans comprised of woven palm fronds; sun dried with warm beige hues. Traditionally palm leaf fans were used for keeping cool, swatting away flies, as signs of prestige, and fanning cooking fires. These are perfect as decorative wall hangings. Size: 35.5" L x 31" W (90.2 cm x 78.7 cm)
This item is oversized and requires special shipping, please inquire about shipping cost prior to bidding.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#180001
Condition Report: Some minor wear to fronds, some fraying and small tears to the fibers. A few small stains. Good vintage condition!