“Coco de Mer” nut - in the shape of - Hand-carved wooden sculpture - CITES Appendix III – Annexe C - Scultura - Seychelles

Beautiful decorative sculpture finely hand-carved from exotic tropical wood, representing the famous “Coco de Mer” nut (Lodoicea maldivica).
The piece is mounted on its original wooden base and finished with a natural dark polish, highlighting the organic grain of the wood.

A symbolic and sensual decorative object, inspired by the legendary nut of the Seychelles, associated with fertility and exoticism.
Likely made as a mid-20th century artisan souvenir piece from the Indian Ocean region (Seychelles / Madagascar).

Condition:
Good vintage condition, with minor surface wear.
Base intact, stable and smooth finish.

Dimensions:
Height: 12 cm
Width: 8 cm
Depth: 5 cm
Weight: 148 g

Materials:
Hand-carved tropical wood