Scoop
Possibly San Cristobal Island, Solomon Islands
Wood, mother-of-pearl
Early to mid 20th century
1.75 by 9 by 2.75 inches (4.5 by 23 by 7 cm)
Ex Seymour Lazar collection, Palm Springs

A small scoop in the shape of a whale, with three rows of inlaid notched mother-of-pearl triangles and three circular shell eyes. Nice encrusted patina and all the inlays are intact.
#1659

$600