E & M Perez
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Of heavy, dense exotic wood and inlaid with carved shell pieces, this ceremonial staff is from the Solomon Islands, pre 1950s.
The form is better than most, having a figural image at the top, well carved with open legs and good detail. The carving depicts a figure with folded arms, slightly bent knees, and a stylized face seen in Solomon Islands iconography. The figural section measures 13 1/4" high.
Very nice dark patina, with a lovely slightly glossy surface, some pieces of inlay missing...
E & M Perez
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Of reddish wood with fine grain, this Maori Wahaika Patu measures 15 1/4" long and roughly 5 1/8" wide.
The top has a figural face or mask carved in reticulated form, with a hole for attachment to the wrist.
The club has a hooked section, used to grab the opponent's weapon and remove it...