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A Fine Antique Hand Carved Aboriginal Boomerang Deep Dark Rich Patina.
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A Fine Antique Hand Carved Aboriginal Boomerang Deep Dark Rich Patina.

19th century
Sold 13 August 2025 · Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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Boomerangs have many uses , including as a weapon and a tool, for hunting and digging and in ceremonies. Aboriginal groups exchanged boomerangs across the continental. This boomerang has a rich dark patina that can only be achieved through many years of handling

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Antique Carved Wooden Boomerang to the 1800s.

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SA1159669
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Description
Boomerangs have many uses , including as a weapon and a tool, for hunting and digging and in ceremonies. Aboriginal groups exchanged boomerangs across the continental. This boomerang has a rich dark patina that can only be achieved through many years of handling
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Antique Carved Wooden Boomerang to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1159669
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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Archive I An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Fine Antique Hand Carved Aboriginal Boomerang Deep Dark Rich Patina.

Archive II An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View II
Archive III An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View III
Archive IV An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View IV
Archive V An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View V
Archive VI An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View VI
Archive VII An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View VII
Archive VIII An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View VIII
Archive IX An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View IX
Archive X An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View X
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Archive XIII An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background. View XIII
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Telephone 07956 448876
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background.
A fine antique hand carved Aboriginal boomerang deep dark rich patina.
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An angled shot of a dark, hand-carved wooden boomerang showing a rich patina and subtle surface texture against a neutral background.
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  • ObjectDecorative Artefact
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTribal Art
  • MaterialHardwood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHand-carved surface texture, Asymmetrical curved profile, Tapered tips
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Traditional boomerangs were utilised by indigenous Australians for hunting, warfare, tool use, and ceremonial purposes, shaped with specific aerodynamics depending on their intended function.

Carvers typically selected dense, locally sourced native hardwoods such as mulga, acacia, or eucalyptus, which provided the necessary weight and durability for functional use.

Authenticity is determined by hand-carved tool marks, genuine patination from age and handling, wood shrinkage cracks, and traditional regional carving styles rather than machine sanding or modern stencilled designs.

Mounting the piece on a neutral wall using invisible acrylic brackets allows its sculptural form and carved texture to serve as minimalist focal art.

Maintain stable indoor humidity and temperature away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, avoiding modern chemical polishes in favour of occasional microcrystalline wax treatment if necessary.
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