Wooden Club
Hello. I’ve had this club for a few years now and it remains a bit of a mystery. I bought it as African and still think it is. But I’ve amassed a bit of a collection over the years and it doesn’t seem directly related to any others.
It is a bit longer than any of the larger, more functional samples. And the wood seems unique in my collection. Although I imagine wood can age differently and/or be treated in a variety of ways for hardening, etc.
I’ve always thought that there were signs that the shaft was once decorated with small, “bands” of some kind. Looking at it the other day in good light, I now wonder if the shaft was mostly covered with decor with small bands left as original wood. The small holes in the shaft are old and shallow. Leaving me to wonder if past decor was “tacked” in place. I also wonder if there are traces of paint. But doubtful. The band closest to the rootball is the thinnest, and seems to remnants of paint or glue in a woven shape.
Any thoughts or insights would be appreciated. Cheers
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