編號 103525347

編號 103525347

Club Porowa ra maru "Bird's beak"
Origin New Caledonia
Kanak people
Period 19th Century
This type of clubs were prestigious works intended for the use of chefs. They symbolized the wealth and high rank of their owner. They were sometimes used as gifts during ceremonial exchanges.
The upper end of these clubs, carved in the shape of a stylized bird's head, were personalized at the request of its sponsor.
This one has an exceptionally long beak.
Sold with its base