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Australian Aboriginal Nulla Throwing Club, C1890
Curious Antiques
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Australian Aboriginal Nulla Throwing Club, C1890

19th century
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Fine late 19th century Australian Aboriginal First Nation throwing club, c1890. Commonly referred to as a Waddy, Nulla-nulla or Boondi, these hardwood clubs are used as a weapon in combat or more commonly as a throwing stick for hunting. This is a very genuine example, lovely primitive hand chip carving, heavy for its size at 0.4kg with great colour/patina. Overall condition is good with no obvious issues. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 34cm long/tall x 5cm wide x 4.5cm deep, weight 0.4kg.

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this Aboriginal Wooden Throwing Club to the 19th Century.

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SA932031
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Fine late 19th century Australian Aboriginal First Nation throwing club, c1890.
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Commonly referred to as a Waddy, Nulla-nulla or Boondi, these hardwood clubs are used as a weapon in combat or more commonly as a throwing stick for hunting.
Curious Antiques

This is a very genuine example, lovely primitive hand chip carving, heavy for its size at 0.4kg with great colour/patina. Overall condition is good with no obvious issues. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 34cm long/tall x 5cm wide x 4.5cm deep, weight 0.4kg.

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Aboriginal Wooden Throwing Club to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA932031
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface.
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Archive I A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface.

Australian Aboriginal Nulla Throwing Club, C1890

Archive II A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface. View II
Archive III A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface. View III
Archive IV A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface. View IV
Archive V A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface. View V
Archive VI A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface. View VI
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Timeline Antiques Centre
Midland Road
North Walsham
Norfolk
NR28 9JR
United Kingdom
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A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface.
Australian Aboriginal Nulla Throwing Club, c1890
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A hand-carved dark hardwood Aboriginal throwing club tapering at both ends with a smooth patinated surface.
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FAQs

A nulla nulla is a traditional Indigenous Australian hunting tool and weapon carved from dense hardwood, designed for hunting game and close-quarters defense.

Traditional Aboriginal clubs were carved from native Australian hardwoods, such as eucalyptus, acacia, or mulga wood, selected for density and strength.

Authentic 19th-century pieces typically exhibit tool marks consistent with period implements, natural wood shrinkage, and a dark surface patina developed through age and handling.

These historical wooden objects are commonly displayed mounted on custom minimalist stands, positioned on open shelving, or arranged within curated cabinet displays alongside architectural items.

Keep wooden artifacts in stable environmental conditions away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight. Clean gently using a dry, soft brush or cloth without chemical solvents.
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