SUPERB HIDE WRAPPED ZULU KNOBKERRIE WITH HOOF

Origin:  South Africa, Zulu People  (Provenance: In February we purchased a 350+ piece collection of African and Oceanic Weapons from an English Gentlemen in Suffolk UK.  This special "knobkerrie" is among a small group of quality pieces we've held back specifically for our website clients)

Period/Date: late 19th- early 20th century

Materials: Hardwood, hide, goat hoof, twine stitching

Description:  This wonderful knobkerrie club could easily be interpreted as a stylized human figure with arms (maybe even breasts).  What's fascinating about its construction is that the hide covering was from the leg of a domestic Goat and while the hoof was removed the "dewclaws" were left in place.  Its quite a lovely and delicate feature.  Below the rounded head are a series of decorative turned grooves.  These are subtle elements, yet culminate to make this one truly great stick!  It has a wonderful honey-brown patina and is in excellent condition.  The stand shown was borrowed from another object.  A custom metal stand may be ordered for an additional fee.

Dimensions:   Height 34"  (86.5 cm), Width 2.5"  (6.5 cm)

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