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A Maori hand club, New Zealand
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
wahaika, the grip terminating in a tiki face, the flat, elegantly curved blade with a central reclining openwork tiki figure; old label ('[...]CLUB/WAHAIKA/[New Z]EALAND+18-19-CENT- [...]BPLE') on handle; medium, reddish brown patina.
Provenance
James T. Hooper (1897-1971), Arundel
John J. Klejman, New York
Acquired from the above on January 3, 1975
Condition
Good condition overall. Minor nicks to the exterior edge; some checking of the wood at the widest part of the blade (stable); age cracks, wear and tear; surface varnished.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.