Museum Objects Record
Images
Metadata
Collection |
World Cultures Collection |
Catalogue Number |
1981.571 |
Maker |
Macusi People |
Date |
19th Century |
Object Name |
Club |
Other Name |
Block Club |
Description |
A nineteenth century macana hardwood block war club from Demerara with a woven fibre thong fixed to the handle. The club has a square cross-section with a smooth finish in dark wood and has fluted ends with the smaller end towards the handle. Label with previous number affixed. This weapon’s distinctive shape is characteristic of the clubs of the Macusi (or Macushi), a native group of Guyana (formerly British Guiana) and Brazil. |
Dimensions |
H-37.4 W-9.4 cm |
Place of Origin |
Guyana |
Material |
Wood/Fibre |