A Hand Carved Wood Tolai Dance Ceremonial Axe from New Britain. The pem of the Tolai people are a part of a group of sacred objects known as pokopoko. Wooden pokopoko were typically made out of rosewood (ruga) or other hardwood bearing trees. The pem was used ritually in a ceremony associated with the death of a high-ranking deceased member of the community. This ceremony is referred to as tubuan i takin, which translates to, 'tubuan in search of deceased spirit.' The ceremony then transitions to the deceased persons home. A wonderful item to adorn your home or add to your collection.
Late 20th-Century
Shows age and Natural Wear
30.5 Inches Tall
Axe Head
8.5 Inches x 5.5 Inches
Handle
1.5 x 1.5
5 1/4 Inches Wide Bottom Ornament
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