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Late 19th C. African Zulu Wooden Knobkerrie War Club

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Late 19th C. African Zulu Wooden Knobkerrie War Club

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Africa, South Africa, Zulu tribe, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A hand-carved wooden war club known as a knobkerrie (also knopkierie) with a drilled suspension or thread hole through the pommel end of the slender handle. The tapered shoulder gradually widens and is surmounted by a spherical, 'knob'-shaped beater head. The entire club features wonderful patina in rich caramel and red-brown hues. Size: 24" L x 3.4" W (61 cm x 8.6 cm)

Provenance: private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, acquired October 2004; ex-Mike Harvey collection, Exeter, England, UK

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Condition

Minor abrasions and nicks to handle and head, with a few fissures on lower handle, and light adhesive residue from earlier repairs to lower handle. Light earthen deposits and great patina throughout.

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Late 19th C. African Zulu Wooden Knobkerrie War Club

Name: Late 19th C. African Zulu Wooden Knobkerrie War Club
SKU: 81426904
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $350 - $500

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