Vanuatu Pig Killing Club, Atata

Description:

Vanuatu Pig Killing Club, Atata, Ambrym Island, hardwood, the hammer features the head of an ancestor, used to slaughter pigs sacrificed at Mange society ceremonies, lg. 20 3/4 in.

Provenance: The Rosman collection, New York City.
Estimate $300-400


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