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2 Fighting Clubs, Solomon, Possibly Austral Islands, Early-Mid 20th C.

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2 Fighting Clubs, Solomon, Possibly Austral Islands, Early-Mid 20th C.

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Description

Two Fighting Clubs, Solomon, possibly Austral Islands, Early-Mid 20th C. Both of refined form in dense, heavy reddish brown hardwood with good indigenous tool marks and signs of use. From the collection of Joseph Salamanca. Size: 1) 39.5'' x 2.5'' (100 x 6 cm); 2) 50'' x 3'' (127 x 8 cm).

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2 Fighting Clubs, Solomon, Possibly Austral Islands, Early-Mid 20th C.

Name: 2 Fighting Clubs, Solomon, Possibly Austral Islands, Early-Mid 20th C.
SKU: 138520134
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $700

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Starting Price $200

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