Description: Antique Native American Eastern Woodland Burl Root Cluster War Club . War clubs such as this were used by the Iroquois, Penobscot, Passamaquoddy, and Abenaki. Originally for tribal war which was fundamental to the evolution of young men into warriors and the capture of enemy warriors who were enslaved or held for ransom. By the mid 19th century, they were largely replaced as war weapons by iron trade good, and became status symbols used for personal protection as needed. In the late 19th century, the form evolved further with root clusters with projections selected and carved and painted as animal and human subjects. Those are particularly associated with the Penobscot and were made for the tourist trade. This example is 20 long with roots projecting from the cluster terminal. Dry with age checks/cracks, original paint. I don't believe the rope is original. Please examine and enlarge photos prior to placing your bid Shipping for this item will be USPS Ground Advantage and will be shipped 1 business day after payment received Payment would be appreciated within 2 days of your winning bid Thanks for looking and check out my other auctions
Price: 399.96 USD
Location: Southern Pines, North Carolina
End Time: 2025-02-11T01:15:36.000Z
Shipping Cost: 16.97 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Original/Reproduction: Original
Material: Wood
Culture: Native American
