Polynesian Samoan Incised Wood Dance Club
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**Originally Listed At $350**
Oceania, Polynesia, Samoan Islands, ca. mid-20th century CE. An impressive carved-wood spear club with a diamond-shaped blade, barbed shoulders, and notched and openwork details. The incised designs have been highlighted in a white lime pigment, and this was likely intended for ceremonial use or dance. Size: 39.5" L x 3.5" W (100.3 cm x 8.9 cm); 41.5" H (105.4 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
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#135701
Oceania, Polynesia, Samoan Islands, ca. mid-20th century CE. An impressive carved-wood spear club with a diamond-shaped blade, barbed shoulders, and notched and openwork details. The incised designs have been highlighted in a white lime pigment, and this was likely intended for ceremonial use or dance. Size: 39.5" L x 3.5" W (100.3 cm x 8.9 cm); 41.5" H (105.4 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#135701
Condition
Chips to tip and high pointed areas, otherwise intact and very good. Losses to white pigments. Smooth patina to wood.
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Polynesian Samoan Incised Wood Dance Club
Estimate $450 - $675
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