Lot 11
  • 11

A GROUP OF SIX BULBOUS-HEADED CLUBS, SOUTH EAST AUSTRALIA,

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 AUD
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Description

  • Shortest: 47.5 cm, Longest: 57 cm
including three South Australian throwing clubs, all of circular section together with two South East Australian bulbous-headed throwing clubs of similar form, one decorated with a line of circular motifs surrounding the striking end with a deep, glossy patina inscribed 'South East Australia 36 BH#177' near the base of the shaft and the other undecorated inscribed 'West Victoria #146'

Provenance

Lord McAlpine of West Green
Bishop's House Collection, Perth, Numbers BH# 107, 123, 102 and 177
Private collection

Condition

The six bulbous headed clubs look in good condition with no visible repairs or restoration.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Cf. Cooper, C. et al, Aboriginal Australia, Australian Gallery Directors' Council, Sydney, 1981, pp.90-1, pl. S 54 and S 55