A Fijian Ituki/Totokia club, dating to the early 19th or late 18th century. This club is a large and heavy example with the striking head having a large and broad spike and rows of sharp knob-like projections. An interesting feature of this club is a partial hole on the head that would've held inlay - a rare addition to clubs and even rarer on Ituki and Totokias. This club has a superb dark rich colour and glossy patina. The Ituki form is believed to predate the Totokia, with examples having been collected during Cook's visits in the 1770s.
Dimensions:
Length: 96.2cm. Width: 19.5cm approx.
Condition:
Tip of spike worn. Some losses losses/chips to the rows of smaller spikes. Age related wear as expected. Overall good. Please examine photos carefully.
Postage:
Calculated at checkout.
Item will be sent tracked and signed-for.
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