Antique South Pacific Caledonian Tribal Art Bird - Headed War Club
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:6809552 | Maker: Unknown |
| Original/Reproduction: Original | Material: Wood |
| Color: Brown |
ANTIQUE SOUTH PACIFIC NEW CALEDONIAN BIRD-HEAD CARVED WOOD WAR CLUB
This is an interesting tribal artifact from the South Pacific islands dating to a period from the late 18th to early 19th century, before steel or bronze was available in the Pacific. Because tribal warfare was common, the islanders used hardwood to make war clubs. These became the most highly prized of the warrior's possessions and warfare was considered honorable and was practiced ...by young men to learn the best arm and body moves to use these clubs effectively. This is a New Caledonian bird-head war club with a wrapped handle and beautiful patina. It is 27" in length. The head is about 7-1/2" from front to back. The eyes are well-defined and the club has no damage. Stuff You Should Read About How We Do Business: ~We are always happy to combine orders for shipping if we can.
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This is an interesting tribal artifact from the South Pacific islands dating to a period from the late 18th to early 19th century, before steel or bronze was available in the Pacific. Because tribal warfare was common, the islanders used hardwood to make war clubs. These became the most highly prized of the warrior's possessions and warfare was considered honorable and was practiced ...by young men to learn the best arm and body moves to use these clubs effectively. This is a New Caledonian bird-head war club with a wrapped handle and beautiful patina. It is 27" in length. The head is about 7-1/2" from front to back. The eyes are well-defined and the club has no damage. Stuff You Should Read About How We Do Business: ~We are always happy to combine orders for shipping if we can.
~ Payment is due no later than 3 days after the close of the auction. ~We do not end auctions early for offers.
~All our auctions are no-reserve. ~We guarantee your satisfaction on all items we sell. If we have missed something, which does happen from time to time with the antique and vintage items we handle, we will always make it right. ~We will not misrepresent values on customs forms or call merchandise a "gift." Import duties and taxes are the buyer's responsibility and are not included in the price you have paid us. Please be aware that customs regulations may delay your receipt of the item.
We offer both USPS and UPS shipping service--please select the best shipping option for you when you check out, as several are almost always offered.
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