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Superb Kanak 'Bird Head' Club, New Caledonia

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Superb Kanak 'Bird Head' Club, New Caledonia

Item Details

Description

Superb Kanak 'Bird Head' Club, New Caledonia
porowa ra maru
Wood
Length 26 1/2in (67.3cm)
Length of beak 15 1/2in (39.4cm)

Provenance
Australian Private Collection

Finely carved in hard wood in classic form with exceedingly long, extended beak arching over protruding eyes; fine, shiny honey-brown patina.

Condition

Age distress lines to each side; minor nicks, scratches, abrasions and wear consistent with age.

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Superb Kanak 'Bird Head' Club, New Caledonia

Name: Superb Kanak 'Bird Head' Club, New Caledonia
SKU: 175986632
Price: 2500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,000 - $5,000

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Starting Price $2,500

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