Item 94 - Massim wooden splashboard from the Trobriand Islands, Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea.

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AU ANUA 261-94

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Massim wooden splashboard from the Trobriand Islands, Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea.

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  • nd (Creation)

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The wooden splashboard or breakwater, located at the front of a canoe, is designed to deflect excessive water from entering the canoe. It is decorated with carved spiritual motifs, which include people and birds. At the top of the splashboard are two large lobes in a configuration resembling a figure-of-eight. The scroll patterns are derived from the head and beak of the frigate bird.

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(1934 - 2014)

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The splashboard was on display in the exhibition, Navigating the sea of islands in 2017.

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