Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea

A beautiful Massim war club. Skilfully carved from black palm in sword like form; the front side highly decorated with incised abstract motif. The handle terminating in stylised open mouthed frigate bird. Remnant natural pigments can bee seen on the handle and reverse. Weathered patina; in excellent condition. Custom mounted. Early 20th Century.

Ex Richard Berry Collection, Melbourne.

Height: 104 cm or 41 inches.

Price: Australian$1750.00