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French Guiana Carved Coconut Folk Art 19th Century

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French Guiana Carved Coconut Folk Art 19th Century
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This is a folk art carved coconut from French Guiana in the mid to late 1800's. The piece was collected from the Brittany Region in France. It is believed to have been carved by a French sailor or perhaps a prisoner that was sent to French Guiana. The carving shows a soldier courting a young woman. It has been expertly carved with fine detail and is in good condition. It measures 3.25" x 4.5".