The William (Billy) Jamieson Collection Online Auction of Tribal Art and Weapons

May 01, 2014

LOT 211

Lot 211

Fiji Islands Throwing Club, I Ula Tavatava, 19th century

Fiji Islands Throwing Club, I Ula Tavatava, 19th century
Lot 211 Details
Fiji Islands Throwing Club, I Ula Tavatava, 19th century

with gourd form head to haft with nine notches to neck
length 16.25" — 41.3 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $3,360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Fiji Islands Throwing Club, I Ula Tavatava, 19th century
  • Fiji Islands Throwing Club, I Ula Tavatava, 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Significant dry crack to head (between lobes).

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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