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Viti War Club, Fiji Islands
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- wood, sperm whale tooth
- Length: 39 1/2 in (100.3 cm)
inlaid with Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus) tooth.
Provenance
Private Collection, Ohio
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Six circular whaletooth inlays to head, one at the top and one centering every other "spike" in bottom row nearest the shaft. Two inlays missing, and one with remnants of glue. Minor marks, nicks, scratches, and abrasions consistent with age and handling. Small flecks of white paint. White paint scuffs on head. Some minor chips to relief decoration. Base of club decorated with four concentric circles in relief. Exceptionally fine dark reddish brown glossy patina with encrustation in recesses.
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.