Venerated Bonito totem, of significant size offering orthodox triangulated mother of pearl incised scales to celebrate the luminous nature of this important food source and spiritual totem. Overall form is sleek and well balanced reflecting the carverÈÇÖs close association with the Bonito. Tail section is also reliefed in realistic manner. C1900. Formally in the collection of Mr Dalrymple. Star harbour, San Cristobal, Solomon Islands. Length 111 cm. Width 41 cm. Height 56 cm