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. Gugu scepter.Fiji Islands, pre-19th century.

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. Gugu scepter.Fiji Islands, pre-19th century.

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. Gugu scepter.Fiji Islands, pre-19th century. . Cm 88,00. This exceptional specimen of ''club'' or ceremonial scepter called Siriti or Gugu, was exclusively used by regents and priests. Some explorers who first went to Oceania named certain scepters as ''lotus and butterly clubs.''Provenance: UK Auction, May 9, 1996, lot 37; Finch & Co, catalog number 37, winter 2021, lot 62. Fiji Islands Nokonoko wood, pre-19th century.Bibliography: Hooper,s. 2021. Power and Prestige: symbols of command in Oceania. Italy. Milan, Skira, p. 190 fig. no. 54.N.B: small break on head of item predates FInch & Co's sale of 2021 catalog number 37.

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. Gugu scepter.Fiji Islands, pre-19th century.

Name: . Gugu scepter.Fiji Islands, pre-19th century.
SKU: 163400911
Price: 6000 EUR
Availability: InStock

Estimate €6,000 - €8,000

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