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Set of Six Early 20th Century Carved Wood Knobkerries, South Africa

$2,300

£1,751.40

€2,016.69

CA$3,259.30

A$3,505.85

CHF 1,873.63

MX$41,323.94

NOK 23,622.03

SEK 21,595.02

DKK 15,068.10

About the Item

Six Knobkerries from South Africa A group of six knobkerries from South Africa, mounted together on a wooden base. These were originally used as weapons during battle but have evolved into items of prestige for daily use. 44 by 13 by 9 inches (112 by 33 by 23 cm) as based. First half 20th century. Ex collection Fifi White, Berkeley, CA.

Dimensions:
Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
Style:
Tribal (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
South Africa
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
First half 20th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Point Richmond, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: ZK#99411stDibs: LU1778235788422

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