Solomon Islands Leaf Blade with Orchid Fibre Binding

Fine Solomon Islands club leaf shaped blade, raised medial…
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Fine Solomon Islands club leaf shaped blade, raised medial ridge to face bound with very fine orchid fibre binding with black and red highlights, rich brown patina, length 114 cm length

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  • Patination / Patina - In broad terms, patination refers to the exterior surface appearance of the timber, the effect of fading caused by exposure to sunlight and air over the course of a century or more, changing the piece to a soft, mellow colour.

    As patina is very difficult to replicate, it is one of the most important guides to determining the age of furniture.

    Patina is also the term applied to the bloom or film found on old bronzes due to oxidisation.

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