Lot #273 - Three Old Malaita Alafolo type War Clubs, 19/20th Century, [3]
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:The Todd Barlin Collection of Fine Oceanic & Asian Arts
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Sale Date:08 May 2016 ~ 12noon
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Lot #:273
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Lot Description:Three Old Malaita Alafolo type War Clubs, 19/20th Century, [3]
these fine examples are all made from straight hardwood, flaring towards the striking end of the club and with deep incised designs and medial ridge like a protruding nose on both sides of the club. The grips all have a band of larger carving that keeps your hand from slipping when fighting, this area also has some designs
106 cm, 90 cm, 105 cm -
Provenance:These three clubs were collected by Todd Barlin in 1986 when he walked across Malaita by invitation from Kwaio people to visit some of their villages in the mountains. See field photos.
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Estimate:A$800 - 1,200
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.
