Lot 273
  • 273

A COLLECTION OF TWO CLUBS AND A BOOMERANG,SOUTH WEST QUEENSLAND,

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 AUD
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Description

  • Length: 69 cm, 68 cm, 66 cm
both clubs carved in hardwood of circular section, one with pointed
bulbous striking section, the other with raised diamond motifs at the
striking end showing damage from use, together with a hunting boomerang of plano-convex section, the upper surface engraved with curvilinear traditional motifs, and one clipped end, old patina overall

Provenance

As per lots 7, 8 and 9

Condition

The bulbous headed club had the pointed tip broken off. The diamond headed club has much of the striking end missing due to use and the boomerang has a number of very small chunks missing from the blade from use.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."