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Object #     2006-159/2
Object name     Bird Bowl
Culture of Origin     Santa Ana Is., Solomon Islands
Materials     Wood, Shell, Nautilus, Paint
Techniques     Painted, Inlaid, Carved
Dimensions     H: 9.5 in, W: 18.5 in, D: 4.5 in
Exhibit Label    

The carved, inlaid bowl in the shape of a frigate bird was made on Santa Ana Island, most likely for personal use during ceremonial occasions. This bowl depicts two long garfish holding up the frigate bird, with a smaller garfish curled under the bird's beak.
Source     Mr. Jeff Homchick; Mr. Michael Homchick
Credit     Gift of Jeff Homchick & Michael Homchick


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