Ironwood Ceremonial Clubs from Northern Territory

Three fine ceremonial clubs, Bathurst or Melville Islands,…
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Three fine ceremonial clubs, Bathurst or Melville Islands, Northern Territory, (circa 1930), carved ironwood and natural earth pigments, 50.5 cm; 54 cm; 45.5 cm (3). Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

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