African mace/club?

[christek]

Originally Posted by Tim Simmons

It would be nice to see the mask. There is a masking culture in the New Hebrides they tend to be small and often modelled. Here are my New Hebridean clubs. I have a very interesting one still to arrive that I believe is not at all common.

Still looking for the mask Will try parents’ house next.

There are some fantastic examples posted! I sense a new found passion for collecting Oceanic war clubs Thank you all for your comments and sharing these great works of art.

Tim, would be great to see your new piece when it arrives.
Regards.

[Tim Simmons]

Just thought I should add this here too.

[christek]

Well here it is,

It’s not really a mask as I recalled, I am not even sure it complements the club, although I know it has to be quite old as it's story is similar to the clubs. It appears to be a carved piece designed for hanging on the wall. It is broken unfortunately.

A kind thank you to all who have commented and shared their wonderful pieces of art.

Regards.