Lot n° 135
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Model of a canoe, Fiji Islands Archipelago, Polynesia - Lot 135
Model of a canoe, Fiji Islands Archipelago, Polynesia
Wood and plant fibers
40 x 20 x 38 cm
This model of a sailing canoe illustrates the fundamental importance of navigation in Fijian societies. A scaled-down reproduction of traditional boats, it highlights the remarkable mastery of shipbuilding techniques developed in the archipelago. These canoes, designed for travel between islands, played an essential role in trade, travel, and daily life.
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