Hand Carved Maori Patau Tribal Club,c1930.

1920 - 1940

Sold by Curious Antiques

Description

Early 20th century carved wood Maori Patu/Patau tribal club,c1930. Traditionally fashioned in stone or whalebone these are close combat striking clubs and Patu translates as 'strike, hit, kill, beat, subdue etc'. This is a good quality copy of early examples probably for ceremonial use and is beautifully decorated with traditional scrolling decoration and Tiki type figures along the edge of the main body and handle. The wood has taken on great colour following many years of handling. Overall condition is good with only minor surface wear, scuffs, marks mainly around the edges etc. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me with any questions or if you would like to view the item.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me to obtain a quote for Worldwide delivery.

Size: 39cm long x 10cm wide x 3 cm deep.

Physical Dimensions

Height

39cm (15.35")

Width

10cm (3.94")

Depth

3cm (1.18")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA910212

Dealers Notes

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Description

Early 20th century carved wood Maori Patu/Patau tribal club,c1930.

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Traditionally fashioned in stone or whalebone these are close combat striking clubs and Patu translates as 'strike, hit, kill, beat, subdue etc'.

Curious Antiques

This is a good quality copy of early examples probably for ceremonial use and is beautifully decorated with traditional scrolling decoration and Tiki type figures along the edge of the main body and handle. The wood has taken on great colour following many years of handling. Overall condition is good with only minor surface wear, scuffs, marks mainly around the edges etc. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me with any questions or if you would like to view the item.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me to obtain a quote for Worldwide delivery.

Size: 39cm long x 10cm wide x 3 cm deep.