Description: Description:Please find for offer a Tongan carved Povai pole club, dating to the mid 19th century. This club is intricately carved with “tavatava”, traditional geometric patterns of various forms, covering the entire surface. This fine and highly detailed carving is most impressive and is testimony to the incredible craftsmanship of Polynesian carving. The club has an excellent dark colour and patina. Dimensions:Length: 102.5cm Condition:Two old chips/losses to the butt end. Age related wear as expected. Overall good. Please examine photos carefully. Postage:UK: £25Europe: £45USA & Canada: £55Worldwide: £85 Item will be sent tracked and signed-for.For all overseas purchases please note that any import duties or taxes applicable are payable by the buyer. Do not ask me to falsify customs documents. Antiques (greater than 100 years old) often have reduced rates of duty to be paid. Please familiarise yourself with your own country's tariff rates, rules, legislation and exemptions. View my other listings for similar antiques.
Price: 1700 GBP
Location: Cheltenham
End Time: 2024-10-22T18:08:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 73.04 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 14 days
Primary Material: Wood
Antique: Yes
Original/ Repro: Original
Product: Clubs
Region of Origin: Oceanian/ Australasian
Age: 1850-1899
