Paddle Club, Tonga Islandslength 42in (106.5cm)ProvenanceBertram and Ruth Malenka Collection, Boston, MassachusettsThence by descentMost likely carved without the use of metal tools, of spade form with a raised traverse ridge and serrated edges at the base of the head on each side of the elegantly ridged blade; the long grip terminating with a flanged pommel with incised zigzag decoration; dark brown glossy patina with "WAISAKE" incised on one side to the blade.