20th-Century Northeastern Diamond Throated Paddle

Found another antique paddle in the archive section of Skinner Auctions. Described simply as a "Carved Maple Canoe Paddle, possibly Northeast", the paddle has a rather common beavertail blade and simple grip style.

Carved Maple Canoe Paddle, possibly Northeast.
Estimate $200-300

Sold for:
$296

Original Listing Link

The paddle  does feature one simple decorative element right at the throat - a sort of diamond carving pattern. Here's a closeup...

Closeup of diamond motif at throat

A similar bit of carving decoration can be seen in this post which highlighted a pair of Children's paddles of Penobscot origin from the CherryGallery.com

Pair of Child's Canoe Paddles

Circa 1920

5" w, 42.75" h

Diamond Motif carved at throat