Lot 71: A Nukuoro cocoanut grater

Nukuoro, Micronesia; L: 18 1/2"

A cocoanut grater of stylized zoomorphic form presenting powerful minimalistic lines and elegant shape; the neck with original shell scraper attached with fiber binding. The surface dry and original - unusual in that most examples have been oiled and polished. Lovely example.

Provenance:
Property of an East Coast private collector

Price Realized: $950

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