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An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club
An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club

An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club

Located in London, GB

An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club With a superb geometric upper section and unusual spiral twist grip Dark glossy patina and excellent colour, with a lug to the butt and ‘old’ pa...

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Antique Early 19th Century Tongan Tribal Art

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Wood

Vintage Polynesian Printed Tapa Cloth Fiji Tonga Decorative art Interior design
Vintage Polynesian Printed Tapa Cloth Fiji Tonga Decorative art Interior design

Vintage Polynesian Printed Tapa Cloth Fiji Tonga Decorative art Interior design

Located in London, GB

Vintage Polynesian Printed Tapa Cloth – Fiji or Tonga, Mid 20th Century A beautifully patterned vintage Polynesian tapa cloth featuring striking geometric and floral-inspired motifs...

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Mid-20th Century Tongan Tribal Art

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Rattan

Andreas Dettloff 2003 “My Polynesian Heart”
Andreas Dettloff 2003 “My Polynesian Heart”

Andreas Dettloff 2003 “My Polynesian Heart”

$6,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 8 in W 7 in D 9 in

Andreas Dettloff 2003 “My Polynesian Heart”

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Wonderful Sculpture by the noted German born Tahitian artist Andreas Dettloff. The sculpture is titled “My Polynesian Heart” and dated 2003. It, or an extremely similar one is depict...

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Early 2000s Polynesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Shell, Rubber, Paper

Antique Māori Carved Hardwood Architectural Panel – Tiki   Oceanic Polynesian
Antique Māori Carved Hardwood Architectural Panel – Tiki   Oceanic Polynesian

Antique Māori Carved Hardwood Architectural Panel – Tiki Oceanic Polynesian

$1,429Sale Price|40% Off

H 57.09 in W 9.45 in D 2.37 in

Antique Māori Carved Hardwood Architectural Panel – Tiki Oceanic Polynesian

Located in London, GB

Antique Māori Carved Hardwood Architectural Panel – Tiki Design A Rare and finely carved antique Māori hardwood architectural element, likely originating from a ceremonial building...

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Antique Early 19th Century New Zealand Tribal Art

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Hardwood

An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club of Tapered ‘Pole’ Form
An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club of Tapered ‘Pole’ Form

An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club of Tapered ‘Pole’ Form

Located in London, GB

An Unusual Polynesian Fighting Club of Tapered ‘Pole’ Form Decorated all over with a geometric design and ‘glyph’ type motifs Dark glossy patina, excellent colour, retaining the or...

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Antique Early 19th Century Tongan Tribal Art

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Wood

Polynesian Tiki Figure, “Hands over Mouth” 19t Century
Polynesian Tiki Figure, “Hands over Mouth” 19t Century

Polynesian Tiki Figure, “Hands over Mouth” 19t Century

Located in Vienna, AT

This Polynesian Tiki figure, carved from dark hardwood, depicts a human-like spirit with both hands covering its mouth, symbolizing silence, secrecy, and spiritual protection. The fi...

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Antique 19th Century Haitian Native American Native American Objects

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Hardwood

A Finely Carved Polynesian Maori Feather ‘Treasure Box’ and Cover
A Finely Carved Polynesian Maori Feather ‘Treasure Box’ and Cover

A Finely Carved Polynesian Maori Feather ‘Treasure Box’ and Cover

Located in London, GB

A Finely Carved Polynesian Maori Feather ‘Treasure Box’ and Cover With superb colour and patina Wood, haliotis (abalone) shell New Zealand Early 19th Century Size: 14cm high, 5...

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Antique Early 19th Century New Zealand Tribal Art

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Wood

1968 California Art Pottery Hawaiian Polynesian Hula Girl Bust Statue, Signed
1968 California Art Pottery Hawaiian Polynesian Hula Girl Bust Statue, Signed

1968 California Art Pottery Hawaiian Polynesian Hula Girl Bust Statue, Signed

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century Hawaiian Polynesian boy Ceramic bust statue by Marwal. The statue features a hand-sculpted bust of a young Polynesian girl with red hibiscus and black hair that has been ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Busts

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Ceramic

Pair of Art Deco Polynesian-Themed Sculptures/Torcheres by Doane Powell
Pair of Art Deco Polynesian-Themed Sculptures/Torcheres by Doane Powell

Pair of Art Deco Polynesian-Themed Sculptures/Torcheres by Doane Powell

$3,920Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 11.25 in Dm 6.25 in

Pair of Art Deco Polynesian-Themed Sculptures/Torcheres by Doane Powell

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautifully modelled, molded and glazed, this pair of sculptures was originally designed to serve as tabletop torchere lamps, with light washing the wall above, and lighting the eyes...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sculptures

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Ceramic

Hand Carved French Polynesian Alabaster Table Lamp
Hand Carved French Polynesian Alabaster Table Lamp

Hand Carved French Polynesian Alabaster Table Lamp

Located in North Miami, FL

French Polynesian designed carvings on to the alabaster shade and body, this heavy and important table lamp has been professionally rewired with creamy silk cable and switch, as well...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

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Alabaster

Hawaiian Islanders, Portraits and Cultural Scenes – Three Engravings, Paris 1836
Hawaiian Islanders, Portraits and Cultural Scenes – Three Engravings, Paris 1836

Hawaiian Islanders, Portraits and Cultural Scenes – Three Engravings, Paris 1836

Located in Langweer, NL

Keywords: Hawaii, Hawaiian Islands, Îles Hawaï, Polynesia, Pacific Islands, Pacific Exploration, Ethnographic Print, Portrait de trois Indigènes, Interior de la maison d’un Chef, Dan...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

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Paper

Ulieteërs - Old Handcolored Ethnographic Engraving of Raiatea, Polynesia 1803
Ulieteërs - Old Handcolored Ethnographic Engraving of Raiatea, Polynesia 1803

Ulieteërs - Old Handcolored Ethnographic Engraving of Raiatea, Polynesia 1803

Located in Langweer, NL

Portman Date: c.1800 Keywords: Raiatea print, Ulietea, Society Islands art, Polynesian ethnography, South Pacific culture, Cook voyages era, antique hand-colored engraving, anthropo...

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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Prints

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Paper

Warrior of Owhyhee (Hawaii) - Anthropophage in War Costume, 1785 Engraving
Warrior of Owhyhee (Hawaii) - Anthropophage in War Costume, 1785 Engraving

Warrior of Owhyhee (Hawaii) - Anthropophage in War Costume, 1785 Engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

Ideal for collectors of Polynesian history or exploration art, this print bridges cultural narratives from 1785 to its reproduction in the early 19th century by Langlumé’s workshop, ...

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Antique 1780s Prints

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Paper

Battle in Owhyhee (Hawaii) - Combat of Two Anthropophages, 1785 Engraving
Battle in Owhyhee (Hawaii) - Combat of Two Anthropophages, 1785 Engraving

Battle in Owhyhee (Hawaii) - Combat of Two Anthropophages, 1785 Engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

Perfect for collectors of Polynesian history or exploration art, this print captures a moment of conflict and cultural encounter, bridging 1785 with its early 19th-century reproducti...

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Antique 1780s Prints

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Paper

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Ula Trowing Club Drisia Archipelago Of The Fiji Islands - 19th Century Oceanic
Ula Trowing Club Drisia Archipelago Of The Fiji Islands - 19th Century Oceanic

Ula Trowing Club Drisia Archipelago Of The Fiji Islands - 19th Century Oceanic

Located in Leuven, BE

Fijian Ula throwing wooden war club of the  Ula Drisia type - Archipelago Of The Fiji Islands - Oceania - Polynesian art Country : Fiji Period: 19th Century ca 1800 Length: 40 cm A...

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Antique Early 19th Century Tribal Art

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Hardwood

Banks Island Pudding Knife, Ex Nicolai Michoutouchkine, Port Vila, Vanuatu
Banks Island Pudding Knife, Ex Nicolai Michoutouchkine, Port Vila, Vanuatu

Banks Island Pudding Knife, Ex Nicolai Michoutouchkine, Port Vila, Vanuatu

Located in Vienna, AT

Michoutouchkine started collecting Melanesian and Polynesian Art around 1957, setting up galleries and exhibitions in the area including Noumea and Port Vila.

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Antique 19th Century Vanuatuan Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Rare Finely Carved Maori Canoe Bailer Oceanic Polynesian tribal  Art
Rare Finely Carved Maori Canoe Bailer Oceanic Polynesian tribal  Art

Rare Finely Carved Maori Canoe Bailer Oceanic Polynesian tribal Art

Located in London, GB

A Very rare and finely carved Maori canoe bailer Carved with double Tiki heads from a outward protruding double neck handle A very rare and finely carved Maori canoe bailer Carve...

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Antique Late 19th Century New Zealand Tribal Art

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Wood

Fine Old Large Solomon Islands Paddle Club Oceanic Polynesian Australian
Fine Old Large Solomon Islands Paddle Club Oceanic Polynesian Australian

Fine Old Large Solomon Islands Paddle Club Oceanic Polynesian Australian

Located in London, GB

Fine old large Solomon Islands paddle club A long paddle shaped sword type club, beautiful old tactile silky patina, nice piece to hold and displays well, great piece to add to ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Australian Tribal Art

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Wood

Fine Fiji Root Stock War Club Polynesian Oceanic Australian Pacific
Fine Fiji Root Stock War Club Polynesian Oceanic Australian Pacific

Fine Fiji Root Stock War Club Polynesian Oceanic Australian Pacific

Located in London, GB

Good Fiji root stock war club Polynesian oceanic Australian pacific Fine example with carved handle and excellent walnut type patina Period 19th century Hard wood Condition: mino...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Fijian Tribal Art

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Wood

Amadi Fiji Collection, Aumakua Rug
Amadi Fiji Collection, Aumakua Rug

Amadi Fiji Collection, Aumakua Rug

By Amadi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Amadi original comes from the Fiji Collection, which was inspired largely by Polynesian art. Created in the looms of the Amadi weaving workshop in Kabul, Afghanistan the Fiji co...

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2010s Afghan North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Amadi Fiji Collection, Maui Rug
Amadi Fiji Collection, Maui Rug

Amadi Fiji Collection, Maui Rug

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W 122 in L 157 in

Amadi Fiji Collection, Maui Rug

By Amadi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Amadi original comes from the Fiji Collection, which was inspired largely by Polynesian art. Created in the looms of the Amadi weaving workshop in Kabul, Afghanistan the Fiji co...

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2010s Afghan Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Carved Cedar Bar By Witco - Tiki
Vintage Carved Cedar Bar By Witco - Tiki

Vintage Carved Cedar Bar By Witco - Tiki

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H 42 in W 67 in D 19 in

Vintage Carved Cedar Bar By Witco - Tiki

By William Westenhaver / Witco

Located in Round Rock, TX

This example is made from sturdy, dark-stained cedar and features two spacious shelves thoughtfully designed to hold your liquors or glassware Witco bars boast intricate and bold c...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Wood, Cedar

Amadi Fiji Collection, Waka Rug
Amadi Fiji Collection, Waka Rug

Amadi Fiji Collection, Waka Rug

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W 120 in L 166 in

Amadi Fiji Collection, Waka Rug

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Amadi original comes from the Fiji Collection, which was inspired largely by Polynesian art. Created in the looms of the Amadi weaving workshop in Kabul, Afghanistan the Fiji co...

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2010s Afghan Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Amadi Fiji Collection, Haikili Rug
Amadi Fiji Collection, Haikili Rug

Amadi Fiji Collection, Haikili Rug

By Amadi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Amadi original comes from the Fiji Collection, which was inspired largely by Polynesian art. Created in the looms of the Amadi weaving workshop in Kabul, Afghanistan the Fiji co...

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2010s Afghan Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Amadi Fiji Collection, Lono Rug
Amadi Fiji Collection, Lono Rug

Amadi Fiji Collection, Lono Rug

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W 123 in L 165 in

Amadi Fiji Collection, Lono Rug

By Amadi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Amadi original comes from the Fiji Collection, which was inspired largely by Polynesian art. Created in the looms of the Amadi weaving workshop in Kabul, Afghanistan the Fiji co...

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2010s Afghan Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Hand-Carved Soapstone Bust, Polynesian Styled
Hand-Carved Soapstone Bust, Polynesian Styled

Hand-Carved Soapstone Bust, Polynesian Styled

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H 26.5 in W 13.5 in D 12 in

Hand-Carved Soapstone Bust, Polynesian Styled

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved soapstone bust. Polynesian styled.

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Late 20th Century Southeast Asian Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Antique Palm wood Sepik Papua club Oceanic Polynesian Fiji Fijian Tong
Antique Palm wood Sepik Papua club Oceanic Polynesian Fiji Fijian Tong

Antique Palm wood Sepik Papua club Oceanic Polynesian Fiji Fijian Tong

Located in London, GB

Antique Palm wood Club Papua New guinea Nice old palm wood club with smooth tactile surface well used with aged patina Very good condition, Period late 19th Length 98 cm.

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Antique 19th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Art

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Hardwood

Fine Elegant Early 19th Century Polynesian Tongan Ula Throwing Club, War Club
Fine Elegant Early 19th Century Polynesian Tongan Ula Throwing Club, War Club

Fine Elegant Early 19th Century Polynesian Tongan Ula Throwing Club, War Club

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Presented by Tribalmania Gallery Fine elegant early 19th century Polynesian Tongan Ula throwing club Origin: W. Polynesia, Tonga (Provenance: Old New England collection) Per...

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Antique Early 19th Century Tongan Tribal Tribal Art

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Wood

Original Pre-War Topless Polynesian Oil Painting on Velvet by Roger Fowler, Tahit
Original Pre-War Topless Polynesian Oil Painting on Velvet by Roger Fowler, Tahit

Original Pre-War Topless Polynesian Oil Painting on Velvet by Roger Fowler, Tahit

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original late 1930s/1940s topless Polynesian girl oil painting on velvet signed "Roger Fowler, Tahiti" Fowler's paintings were sold at Don The Beachcombers restaurant in Huntingto...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Velvet

Monumental Hawaiian Art Deco Sculpture by Fritz Abplanalp
Monumental Hawaiian Art Deco Sculpture by Fritz Abplanalp

Monumental Hawaiian Art Deco Sculpture by Fritz Abplanalp

Located in Palm Springs, CA

ABOUT THE ARTIST: Fritz Abplanalp (1907-1977) was a swiss born sculptor whose meticulous carvings made him an important figure in mid-20th century Hawaiian art. Working with tropica...

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Vintage 1950s Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Sycamore

First Contact in Owhyhee: Webber's 1785 Engraving of Hawaii
First Contact in Owhyhee: Webber's 1785 Engraving of Hawaii

First Contact in Owhyhee: Webber's 1785 Engraving of Hawaii

Located in Langweer, NL

This piece is a valuable addition for collectors of exploration history, Polynesian culture, or 18th-century art, offering a window into a pivotal moment in global history.

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Antique 1780s Prints

Materials

Paper

Folding Screen / Room Divider with Carved Polynesian Figures
Folding Screen / Room Divider with Carved Polynesian Figures

Folding Screen / Room Divider with Carved Polynesian Figures

Located in Fulton, CA

Unique exotic wood hand carved 4 piece folding screen / room divider. Intricate pierce-cut interlocking detail to upper portion with 2 male and 2 female Polynesian / South Pacific fi...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Paintings and Screens

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Hardwood

Primitive 19th Century Polynesian Ship’s Mast Head Figure, Distressed Paint
Primitive 19th Century Polynesian Ship’s Mast Head Figure, Distressed Paint

Primitive 19th Century Polynesian Ship’s Mast Head Figure, Distressed Paint

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Primitive 19th century Polynesian ship’s mast head figure, distressed original paint This is a large and heavy piece, the figure is of a well endowed Polynesian Girl, she is wea...

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Antique Late 19th Century Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Middle Sepik River Gable Mask
Middle Sepik River Gable Mask

Middle Sepik River Gable Mask

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H 23 in W 10.25 in D 2.5 in

Middle Sepik River Gable Mask

Located in San Francisco, CA

He acquired significant Melanesian and Polynesian art from all of the worlds major auction houses, as well as international dealers specialising in Tribal Art.

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Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Folk Art Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Fine Polynesian Fiji Ula Throwing Club
Fine Polynesian Fiji Ula Throwing Club

Fine Polynesian Fiji Ula Throwing Club

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H 16.54 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Fine Polynesian Fiji Ula Throwing Club

Located in London, GB

A fine quality 19th century Fiji antique Ula throwing club Hand iron wood with carved Multi lobed head  Deep aged patina. Excellent condition with no cracks, Period: early 19th ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Australian Tribal Art

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Wood

Fine Oceanic War Club Polynesian Samoa
Fine Oceanic War Club Polynesian Samoa

Fine Oceanic War Club Polynesian Samoa

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H 21.66 in W 5.91 in D 1.97 in

Fine Oceanic War Club Polynesian Samoa

Located in London, GB

A fine quality late 19th century Samoan war club The lozenge shaped head finely carved with geometric patterns and highlighted with lime Excellent condition with no cracks, Period...

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Antique Late 19th Century Samoan Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Fine Fiji Kiakavo War Club Polynesian Oceanic Australian Pacific
Fine Fiji Kiakavo War Club Polynesian Oceanic Australian Pacific

Fine Fiji Kiakavo War Club Polynesian Oceanic Australian Pacific

Located in London, GB

Good fine Fiji Kiakavo war club Polynesian Oceanic Australian Pacific Fine example of a smaller sized club with excellent walnut type patina, probably made for a youth Period ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Fijian Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Large Papua New Britain Stone Head Mace Club Oceanic Polynesian Australian
Large Papua New Britain Stone Head Mace Club Oceanic Polynesian Australian

Large Papua New Britain Stone Head Mace Club Oceanic Polynesian Australian

Located in London, GB

A fine old large new Britain stone head mace club A long tapering pole club with stone mace head and carved pointed end, with Fine green stone head with carved zig zag motive to ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Art

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Wood

Oceanic New Caledonia Kanak Carved Hardwood Phallic Headed War Club Polynesian
Oceanic New Caledonia Kanak Carved Hardwood Phallic Headed War Club Polynesian

Oceanic New Caledonia Kanak Carved Hardwood Phallic Headed War Club Polynesian

Located in London, GB

Melanesian New Caledonia Kanak carved hardwood Phallic headed war club A fine antique Vanatu New Caledonian phallic headed war club with good natural old honey patina and remains of...

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Antique Late 19th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Polynesian Carved Bone Figure
Polynesian Carved Bone Figure

Polynesian Carved Bone Figure

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H 9.85 in Dm 3.94 in

Polynesian Carved Bone Figure

Located in Paradise Point, Queensland

Polynesian carved bone figure, circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s Pacific Islands Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bone

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Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago
Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier African Natural Specimens

Materials

Bone

A Rare Papua New Guinea Kukukuku 'Pineapple' Stone War Club, Eastern Highlands
A Rare Papua New Guinea Kukukuku 'Pineapple' Stone War Club, Eastern Highlands

A Rare Papua New Guinea Kukukuku 'Pineapple' Stone War Club, Eastern Highlands

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

This rare antique Kukukuku (pronounced "cookah-cookah") war club is from the remote Morobe Province located within the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. The head is carved from...

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Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Stone

Ironwood Root Carved War Club
Ironwood Root Carved War Club

Ironwood Root Carved War Club

$2,667

H 17.33 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

Ironwood Root Carved War Club

Located in London, GB

Gunstock shaped war club ‘Sali’. Ironwood root carved with traditional motifs. An excellent example, mounted on a custom stand in patinated bronze. Measures: Height 44cms on stand...

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Vintage 1980s Fijian Tribal Art

Materials

Iron

Tonga Pakipaki War Club, Polynesia, 18th Century
Tonga Pakipaki War Club, Polynesia, 18th Century

Tonga Pakipaki War Club, Polynesia, 18th Century

$32,909

H 40.56 in W 3.94 in D 1.38 in

Tonga Pakipaki War Club, Polynesia, 18th Century

Located in Delft, NL

A Tonga Pakipaki war club, Polynesia, 18th century An exceptional ironwood war club originating from Tonga, Polynesia. 18th century and hand carved with complex geometric patterns...

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Antique 18th Century Polynesian Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Māori Wahaika Club New Zeland
Carved Wood Māori Wahaika Club New Zeland

Carved Wood Māori Wahaika Club New Zeland

$3,600

H 14 in W 5.5 in D 0.75 in

Carved Wood Māori Wahaika Club New Zeland

Located in Atlanta, GA

A wood club known as Wahaika intricately carved and inlayed with small round shells from New Zealand circa 1920s. The hand-hold club was traditionally used as a close-range combat we...

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Early 20th Century New Zealand Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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Polynesian Art For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of polynesian art on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and bone. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect piece of polynesian art — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each item from our selection of polynesian art bearing Art Deco, Folk Art or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Polynesian Art?

The average selling price for a piece of polynesian art at 1stDibs is $1,043, while they’re typically $569 on the low end and $7,648 for the highest priced.