Lot 69: A fine New Caledonia Bird head club

Kanak, New Caledonia; L: 29"

Of classical form, the club with finial in the form of a bird's head, the beak like front with swollen implied eyes to either side and nape-cover at back. The grip raised at base of shaft. Fine old and worn patina. On a custom base.

Provenance:
Found in an old New Hampshire estate C. 1970's.

Price Realized: $1,000

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