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Titolo dell'opera:
Polena d'imbarcazione da guerra
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Technique and Dimensions:
wood
Location:
C.D.A.462, Legato Cap.E.A. D'Albertis, 1932
Provenance:
Second half of 19th century
The protrusion of language, an expressive act present in almost all Polynesia with different meanings, for Maoris is simultaneously an act of challenge and protection from harmful forces. The back is missing.