Bidspirit auction | GROUP OF OCEANIC FISH HOOKS

GROUP OF OCEANIC FISH HOOKS - Ca. 19th - 20th century AD. >A group comprising five fish hooks of varying forms, constructed from carved bone or shell elements combined with curved hook points secured by fibre lashings. Several examples retain traces of fibre bindings and line attachments. The hooks vary in size and curvature, reflecting different fishing techniques and regional traditions across Oceania. > >Size: 65-140mm x 30-35mm; Weight: 125g >Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. > >