Tongan Hardwood Club, 'Akau tau

Tongan Hardwood Club, 'Akau tau, early 19th century, hardwood club, fully carved with intricate geometric and foliate designs, the bands and compartments with very tightly condensed zigzag, horizontal, and longitudinal patterns, with dry, dark, smooth patina, with old nail in the butt end, (large chip to top corner), lg. 34 1/4 in. Estimate $4,000-6,000 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.