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Fine Club, Tonga Islands

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Item Details

Description

Fine Club, Tonga Islands
'akau tau
Wood
Length 37 1/4in (94cm)

Provenance
Galerie Anthony Meyer, Paris
Rik Hecker and Dr. Sydney Hecker Collection, Santa Rosa, California
Thence by descent

Finely carved with trefoil top, nine glyphs of birds, human figures and crescent moons throughout, a piercing at the butt for suspension; fine reddish-brown patina.

Condition

Minor nicks, chips, scratches, abrasions and wear consistent with age. Custom stand.

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Fine Club, Tonga Islands

Name: Fine Club, Tonga Islands
SKU: 175986637
Price: 7000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $10,000 - $15,000

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Starting Price $8,000

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