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  04-vanuatumaskwayne.jpg - SUPERB 19TH C. STONE-CARVED VANUATU VAO ISLAND MASK - SUPERB 19TH C. STONE-CARVED VANUATU VAO ISLAND MASK Origin: Polynesia, Marquesas Islands (Provenance: Ex. Carlo Monzino Collection. Sotheby's New York lot 29 Nov. 2004. Ex. Joel Cooner, Dallas Texas) Period/Date: Second half of the 19th century Materials: Hardwood Description: This is an exemplary example of a transitional U'U club. In 2004 it sold for $11,400 against an estimate of $5000-$7000. Finely incised clubs like this were often carried by Marquesan chiefs as an insignia of rank and status. It is in excellent condition with some minor loss and hairline age cracks. Presented on a custom acrylic display stand. Refer to the Sotheby's description on page 43. Dimensions: Length 38.5" (95.5 cm), Width 5.5" (14 cm) Price: Upon Request (terms available)  
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SUPERB 19TH C. STONE-CARVED VANUATU VAO ISLAND MASK

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SUPERB 19TH C. STONE-CARVED VANUATU VAO ISLAND MASK Origin: Polynesia, Marquesas Islands (Provenance: Ex. Carlo Monzino Collection. Sotheby's New York lot 29 Nov. 2004. Ex. Joel Cooner, Dallas Texas) Period/Date: Second half of the 19th century Materials: Hardwood Description: This is an exemplary example of a transitional U'U club. In 2004 it sold for $11,400 against an estimate of $5000-$7000. Finely incised clubs like this were often carried by Marquesan chiefs as an insignia of rank and status. It is in excellent condition with some minor loss and hairline age cracks. Presented on a custom acrylic display stand. Refer to the Sotheby's description on page 43. Dimensions: Length 38.5" (95.5 cm), Width 5.5" (14 cm) Price: Upon Request (terms available)

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