Maprik Area, Papua New Guinea

An old palmwood war club of unusual form. Almost “sword” like, with decorative incised motifs on the butt end and on the mid-section, and raised notches running down the entirety of the distal end. Traces of pigments are visible on the decorative motifs. Old dark glossy patina with some old loss to the palmwood grain on the reverse, in excellent condition. Circa mid 20th Century.
Ex: Leo Fleischmann collection. (LF/C97)

Length: 103 cm or 40.5 inches
Price: $800.00 AUD