Description:

Oceania, South Pacific, Polynesia, Samoa / American Samoa, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A hand-carved wooden war club, known locally as a nifo'oti, of an intimidating form with a slightly hooked end. The surface is etched and colored with white kaolin pigment. Size: 23.5" L x 3" W (59.7 cm x 7.6 cm)

Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection, acquired before 2000

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#186106

  • Condition: Abrasions and chips across the surface, small loss to upper corner and deep gouges on the spine above the handle. Some losses to white pigment. Nice patina and overall great condition.

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