UNIQUE 19TH C. NEW CALEDONIAN BIRD HEAD WAR CLUB

 

Origin/ Tribe: Melanesia, New Caledonia, Kanak People

Description: This traditional and well rendered Bird Head club has some special features making it unique (presented on a custom metal stand). Its head has deeply fluted channels on each side originating out from the raised eyes. This elegant feature makes its head especially elegant! In addition, there is a raised ridge on the back of the tapering head which mimics that of the “Pacific Reef Heron”. It has acquired a dark varied brown patina from long use and is in great condition with no restoration.  One age crack along the interior of the shaft. 

Size: Length 24.5" (61 cm), Width 12" (30.5 cm)

Price: SOLD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                     

 

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