Boiken People, Turubu Area, Papua New Guinea

An ancient Boiken stone club head; with fantastic sculptural form. Carved from a greenish medium hardness stone with a “Star” shape, the centre tapered to allow it to be fitted tightly on to a wooden handle. The stone has a built up encrusted surface; in excellent condition. A prime example of a primitave weapon. Mounted on a steel display stand.
Exhibited in the Melbourne Museum November 2006.

Diameter: 9 cm or 3.5 inches.
Price: Sold