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A PAIR OF RARE CLUBS, SOUTH EAST AUSTRALIA,
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 AUD
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Description
- Lengths: 69 cm, 62.5 cm
with blade-like bi-convex distal ends and shafts of circular section with notched grip, terminating in a bulbous knob at the base, both sides of one of the blades are decorated with engraved designs, one side featuring three figures, a lizard, and two birds (emu and swan), and on the other side a man throwing a spear, a marsupial (kangaroo), and another figure and further engraved traditional motifs to the other striking section and the shafts of both clubs
Provenance
Private collection, UK
Condition
The pair of clubs are in good overall 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."
"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, p.95, pl.S 71 for a similar club described as: "An unusual form of club of which very few specimens survive. One similar example from the Australian Museum is provenanced to the Paroo River in far north western New South Wales, and it is probable that this is where this specimen originated. Its collector, K.H. Bennett, obtained it from Aborigines living along the Lachlan River and noted that here it was used as a 'Badge of Office', rather than a club. It would seem that this piece was traded down the Darling River, gaining in value as it travelled."