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Large 20th C. Wood Austral Islands Ceremonial Club

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Description

Oceania, Austral Islands, ca. mid 20th century CE. A large, ceremonial club with swirling carvings and an anthropomorphic figure. Size: 10.5" W x 32" H (26.7 cm x 81.3 cm); 35.5" H (90.2 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection

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Condition

Stable crack down the upper center of the club. Light wear to surface, with a few small chips and nicks commensurate with age. Excellent preservation of detail and pigment.

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Large 20th C. Wood Austral Islands Ceremonial Club

Name: Large 20th C. Wood Austral Islands Ceremonial Club
SKU: 62925372
Price: 800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $700 - $900

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