Powerful Passion

This powerful suite includes a set of 2 large swordfish rostrums from the Indian Ocean and a set of 2 clam shell septum tusks from Papua.

In Asia swordfish are known as bold, fearless and independent animals, who love to swim alone or in very loose aggregations. The swordfish is also associated with emotions and love. Being a symbol of leadership, courage and passion it’s believed that the world is a better place when you have this animal as a guide.

Since ancient times septum tusks have been worn by different tribes in Papua during important ceremonies, intended to give the wearer power and the appearance of a wild boar. The most notorious tribe known to wear the Septum tusks are the Asmat, the most famous cannibalistic tribe on Papua. The Asmat were also warriors and headhunters who did not only hunt for skulls but also worshipped them, putting them in honourable places in their homes.

The suite comes complete with the blackened metal stands and the stories of the pieces printed out for you inside a beautiful envelope. Being artisan crafted, every piece is an original and slightly different, showcasing the natural beauty of the materials and their organic imperfections. The handmade metal supports carry their own authenticity, with subtle imperfections, irregularities and the potential for a natural patina to emerge over time. Books not included.

DIMENSIONS INCLUDING THE METAL SUPPORTS:

• Rostrums: heights vary between ca 65 – 100cm heights x 7 x 9cm
• Septum tusks: heights ca 22 and 17cm x 15cm widht and 5cm depth