Description
Late C19th carved hardwood Fijian ceremonial war club or Kiakavo.
Carved and ‘cross-hatch’ chequer-carved head and handle grip , this type of club were typically a dance club used in ceremonial circumstances and rarely used for fighting due to their lack of a cutting edge .
The head of the club of traditional style with a double-sided ‘axe-head’ design.
In excellent original condition with only minor chips , having a rich colour and patina.
H 32”
W 9”
D 3”
Polynesian Islands , Fiji c.1890
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 246
Dimensions
Height = 80 cm (32")
Width = 23 cm (9")
Depth = 8 cm (3")
Late C19th carved hardwood Fijian ceremonial war club or Kiakavo.
Price
£700
| $925 USD | €830 EUR
Item Ref
ML 246
Description
Late C19th carved hardwood Fijian ceremonial war club or Kiakavo.
Carved and ‘cross-hatch’ chequer-carved head and handle grip , this type of club were typically a dance club used in ceremonial circumstances and rarely used for fighting due to their lack of a cutting edge .
The head of the club of traditional style with a double-sided ‘axe-head’ design.
In excellent original condition with only minor chips , having a rich colour and patina.
H 32”
W 9”
D 3”
Polynesian Islands , Fiji c.1890
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 246
Dimensions
Height = 80 cm (32")
Width = 23 cm (9")
Depth = 8 cm (3")
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