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up for sale is a VERY RARE Penobscot Hand-Carved Root Club – Double Effigy Fox Spirit & Indian Head (23 inches)
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This impressive hand-carved Penobscot Root Club (also known as a Wabanaki Root Club or Effigy War Club) is made from a single piece of wood using the natural root burl for the head........******dated to approximately mid 1800s 19th centuryDetails:
Top effigy: Stylized fox or canine spirit head with pointed ears and snout, finished in dark tones with remnants of red and yellow paint
Below it: Well-carved male Indian head wearing a red headdress, black hair, and green accents on the chest
Handle: Beautifully chip-carved with repeating geometric triangle patterns — a classic Penobscot technique
Total length: 23 inchesRoot clubs like this are iconic to Penobscot artisans from Maine and were traditionally made from the natural burl of the root. They were created both for ceremonial/personal use and for the collector market during the late 19th to mid-20th century.Condition:
Very, Very Good vintage condition with natural wood patina, light surface wear, and some paint loss consistent with age and handling but the paint is really great for a 19th century piece. The carving detail remains sharp and the piece feels solid.This is an authentic hand-carved Penobscot root club with strong visual appeal thanks to the desirable double effigy (fox spirit + human face) and detailed chip carving.i always do my best to list things accurately but please feel free to contact me with any questions or if you require any additional information or photos***************FREE SHIPPING IN THE USA*************** thank you and God bless
