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Old Yesterday, 12:13 PM   #1
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I don't usually collect clubs, but I was very surprised to find this extremely rare Paiwan club on offer by an Australian auction house known for dealing in Oceanic and Asian antiques. I ended up paying more than I expected because another bidder also recognized the rarity of this piece.

Despite its age, it is still in good condition despite some signs of it having been used. The decorations in red and black along the shaft are of typical Paiwan design, and finish in a carved snake's head at the end. It is only the second example of a Taiwanese club thqat I have seen.

The pictures are from the auction site. I will post more detailed views when it arrives.


Overall length = 56 cm (~22.2 in)


haha damn small world, i was about to post this throwing club. went for more than id like to pay unfortunately i probably pushed up your final price a little.. it is indeed Taiwanese as far as i understand, . ive seen a black and white photo from an old auction catalogue probably from the 50s that had many Taiwanese items showing a similar style of club.
have you any images of any other examples?
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Hi ausjulius.

Yes, it was more than I expected to pay, but its rarity compelled me to push ahead. I don't have any pictures of other Paiwan clubs unfortunately. I think these were largely ceremonial and a mark of superior social status.

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