Monumental Polynesian sculpture in Oceanian walnut
This carved Polynesian surfboard is shaped from a noble, dark wood selected for its depth and its ability to hold powerful volumes. The wood is not a mere support – it is narrative matter. The reliefs are crisp and controlled, with no gratuitous decorative intent.
The composition reads like a totem: the Marquesan Tiki king structures the whole, the Honu turtle introduces continuity and stability, while the ’Ōu’a dolphin guides the circulation of energy. Each figure is integrated into the mass with no visual rupture, held in a rigorous balance.
Display suggestion
Display on its tripod in an open space, ideally on the floor, to preserve the full vertical reading and let the work engage with the architecture.
Care and handling
- Decorative artwork only.
- Avoid direct, prolonged exposure to sunlight.
- Keep away from humidity and temperature swings.
- Dust only with a soft, dry cloth.
Product details
- Type: carved Polynesian surfboard.
- Wood: Oceanian walnut.
- Symbols: Marquesan Tiki king, Honu turtle, ’Ōu’a dolphin.
- Board length: 158 cm.
- Maximum width: 44.5 cm.
- Board weight: 7.9 kg.
- Tripod weight: 3.76 kg.
- Tripod dimensions: height 107.5 cm, width 46 cm, depth 58.5 cm.
- Origin: French Polynesia.
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