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Ethnographica: an aboriginal club, 61.5cm long.

Ethnographica: a brass/bronze African figure, 43cm high; and other tribal items.

Ethnographica: an African animal form carved wood stool, probably Ashanti, 64cm wide.

Ethnographica: an African white painted hardwood animal form rocking stool, 54cm long.

Ethnographica: an African carved rootwood sculpture, 60.5cm high.

Ethnographica: a Zulu knobkerrie, 77cm long; together with two West African Duala ceremonial carved wood paddles, largest 126cm long; and two staffs. (5)

Ethnographica: an African bronze figure, 56cm high; together with a pair of Eastern peacock candlesticks, 29cm high. (3)

Ethnographica - a hardwood ceremonial club, possibly Pacific Islands, with geometric chip-carved detail to the flared head, measuring approx. 105cm in length Condition Report:Available upon request

A Small Quantity of Militaria, comprising a Stuka "Jericho Trumpet", a No.36 M II Mills bomb (hand grenade), the steel plug dated (19)43, a flak shell, a British Navy 4" brass shell case dated 1967, two Ark Royal commemorative copper jug, a brass damage control unit stamped H.M.S. ARK ROYAL, a machine gun ammunition belt with empty brass cartridges, a quantity of inert .303 bullets etc. Dear Chris, The extra images you have requested are now available on our website. Just click on the lot and they will appear below or to the side.Kind regardsOonagh DrageMilitaria & Ethnographica SpecialistThe Auction CentreLeyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 5SG01969 623780www.tennants.co.uk

Ethnographica - A group of Colon statues Likely Ivory Coast, 20th Century, to include two Doctors, a judge, and two gentlemen in pith helmets, the tallest 208cm (5)

Ethnographica - A group of Colon statues Likely Ivory Coast, 20th Century, to include a judge, policeman, cook, pipe smoker etc? the tallest 31cm (16)

Ethnographica - A Kota Reliquary Figure Gabon, early 20th Century, applied and hammered metalwork on a hardwood core, 50cm high inc. base

Ethnographica - A group of Colon figures Likely Ivory Coast, 20th Century, to include a baker, a judge, a doctor etc? the tallest 114cm (16)

Ethnographica - A Kuba helmet mask or bwoom Democratic Republic of Congo, of typical form, decorated with cowrie shells and bead work, 54cm high (including stand)

Ethnographica- An Ashanti pillow stool The curved seat raised on a carved circular column and four supports sat upon a stepped base, 26.5cm high

Ethnographica - A collection of African masks on stands Likely 20th Century, Congolese or Ivorian, the tallest 25cm high on stand (7)

ETHNOGRAPHICA - TWO GILBERT & ELLICE ISLANDS (KIRIBATI & TUVALU) SHARKTOOTH SWORDS 82.5cm and 52.5cm long respectively.

Ethnographica: a carved wood chess set, king 10.5cm, pawn 6.3cm.

Ethnographica: a carved hardwood elephant stool, 50cm wide.

Ethnographica - Fulani Calabash, from Cameroon, with incised geometric designs, 50cm diameter

Ethnographica: a head dress and beaded necklaces

A brass Ethiopian cross. With pierced decoration, length 33cm together with The Ethiopian Cross first edition 1973, a brass badila and a collection of various ethnographica.

Ethnographica. A stained wood didgeridoo, 98cm l, a carved and stained wood tomahawk, 63cm l, a carved wood head of an antelope, and a set of four 19th c carved and turned wood columns (7) Columns with numerous chips and losses

Ethnographica: an African ebony figure, 70cm high.

Ethnographica: an Indian carved hardwood rice planter or seed drill, 27cm wide.

Ethnographica: an African tribal carved wood stool, possibly Yoruba, 41cm high.

A First World War Royal Flying Corps Khaki Field Service Cap, with bronze cap badge, brass hooks and eylets to secure the folding ear curtains, brass buttons, black American cloth sweatband and leather chin strap; an Early Royal Air Force Blue Wool Field Service Cap, with gilt metal King's crown and eagle badge and buttons, together with a pair of Royal Flying Corps embroidered cloth shoulder titles and two related portrait postcards (6) Dear Mr Walker, There are no markings or date on the RFC field service cap. I have put extra images on our website for you to inspect. Just click on the lot and the images will appear to the side or below. Kind regardsOonagh DrageMilitaria & Ethnographica SpecialistThe Auction CentreLeyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 5SG01969 623780www.tennants.co.uk

Ethnographica - A West African carved hardwood male head, reputedly associated with the Secret Leopard Society in Sierra Leone, approx 39cm tall

Ethnographica - West African carved hardwood mask, Cameroon grasslands, possibly Bamileke, the pear-shaped face with carved brows, pierced almond-shaped eyes and mouth with jagged teeth, within hatched borders, 63.5cm highBy repute - purchased by the vendor's family, circa 1962.

Ethnographica: Extremely rare Austral Islands (French Polynesia) Chief's staff or pole club, 19th century, the pommel (hand-carved using shark teeth) with six stylised nio mango masks, each with two short 'horns' to forehead, over pierced openwork scallop and shark tooth frieze above tapering ring-turned grip, the shaft with basal collar, 182cm long overall Literature: Mack, Charles W., 'Polynesian Art at Auction 1965-1980', 1982 Hall, Henry Usher, Woodcarvings of the Austral Islands [Penn Museum Journal] Read, Sir C. H., “On the Origin and Sacred Character of Certain Ornaments of the South-Eastern Pacific” [Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute, Vol. 21, 1891-1892]The terminals to these staffs are carved very much in the manner of the more common paddle clubs. Similar lots sold at auction: Bonhams, New York, 13th May 2019, lot 56. Bonhams, San Francisco, 5th May 2015, lot 93.

Ethnographica: West African carved wooden standing figure, probably Baule, Ivory Coast, 61cm highDeceased estate, North Somerset.

Ethnographica: Sepik River (Papua New Guinea) clay and shell-mounted human 'ancestor' skull, Iatmul or Sawos, Central Sepik River, the skull covered with a thick layer of reddish-brown clay, cowrie shell eyes and band across top of head, locks of real hair behind, approximately 14cm wide, 20cm deep, 15cm highDeceased estate, Hotwells, Bristol.Comparable lots: Simpson Galleries, Houston, Texas, 8th November 2015, lot 401.Dorotheum, Vienna, 2nd November 2015, lot 213, where stated: "Amongst the Iatmul (and also the Sawos) on the central Sepik River, the skulls of important, deceased men were covered with reddish clay... and decorated with the patterns that the deceased had also worn as face-painting for ceremonies and feasts when he was alive. These re-modelled ancestor skulls were kept in houses for men and ritually venerated in their own ceremonies."Literature: Meyer, Anthony J. P., ‘Ozeanische Kunst’, ill. p. 230, 276 Phelps, Steven, ‘Art and Artefacts of the Pacific, Africa and the Americas. The James Hooper Collection’ , fig. 991, 992 Friede, Marcia & John, 'New Guinea Art', fig. 163, 164 Nicolas, Alain, 'Art Papou' (Catalogue) Musée d'Arts Africains, Océaniens, Amérindiens, Marseilles, fig. 276.

Ethnographica. A North African leather handled camel whip, a deeply fringed red leather water bag, another, two decorated gourds, a chip carved polychrome wood pipe, etc Mostly in good condition

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Ethnographica: a large collection of tourist souvenirs, to include South American items.

Ethnographica: a pair of Hamangia style terracotta figures, 11.5cm high; together with a South American style pottery jug, 14cm high; and one other, 20.5cm wide. (4)

Tribal Art/Ethnographica/Oceanic Interest, a Fijian tribal gunstock war club, 19th Century or earlier, of typical form with shaft and crosshatched design, 100cm long. Provenance: from a Cotswold estate

Ethnographica - Carved wooden skull hook / hanger or 'Agiba', Kerewa people, Goribari Island, Papuan Gulf, Papua New Guinea, incised hardwood and natural red pigments, 82cm highFor another agiba, see https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/311237 where stated: Headhunting was an integral element of religious practices throughout the Papuan Gulf, honouring the spirits (imunu) whose powers sustained the community. Kerewa men formerly lived in communal men-only houses divided into cubicles in which the members of eachclan or subclan slept. Each cubicle housed a clan shrine containing one or more agiba and other sacred objects.The agiba symbolized the vitality and martial prowess of the clan, presiding over the skulls obtained by its members.The skulls were hung from the agiba by loops of rattan placed over the hook-like projections at the base. At times,a platform was constructed below the image to support the weight of the assembled skulls. Only men who had capturedan enemy head were entitled to carve agiba.

Ethnographica -A Late 19th/early 20th Century Gashan hide shield, Somalia, of convex form with incised decoration, folding rim and hide handle with incisions verso, 34cm diameter

Ethnographica: three African carved ebony items, largest 31cm high.

Ethnographica: an African tribal carved hardwood panel, 90 x 43cm. 

Ethnographica/tribal interest - An unusual carved wooden drum, the top covered with snake or reptile skin, 30cm diameter, 39cm high

Ethnographica - 19th century New Caledonian Melanesia Kanak war club, with a mushroom shaped head and a tapering cylindrical shaft, terminating in an expanded flange grip, 62cm long, and a smaller throwing club with onion-shaped head, 41.5cm long, (splits to both), (2)

Ethnographica - Three African items: possibly South African Zulu walking stick or 'prestige staff', with a small swollen round head covered completely with fine wire decorated with four twisted bands, 64cm long overall (bottom segment missing); an Assegai throwing spear, with 32.5cm head and leather collar to a turned shaft, 79.5cm overall; and a cow-hide shield, of typical oval form with two vertical ribs beneath slats 59cm (lacks pole mount); (3)

Ethnographica: two carved wood sticks. 

Ethnographica: a Fijian hardwood 'Ula Tavatava' throwing club, with geometric carving to handle, 41cm long.

Ethnographica: an African carved wood handled fly whisk.

Ethnographica: an unusual tribal carved wood figural plane, 31.5cm long; together with a Victorian walnut pedestal tazza, 23cm diameter. (2)

Group of ethnographica, to include Bhutan carvings, drawings, pottery figure, wicker vessels, etc., 20cm high and smaller

A steel tulwar, late 18th to early 19th century, India, the serrated steel blade with an engraved motif, the grip of typical form,blade 70.2cm longoverall 81.5cm longProvenance: Formerly in the collection of Mark Dineley and then acquired directly from his son, Peter Dineley, who died in 2018.Mark Dineley (1901-1975) was the owner of Bapty & Co., the theatrical and film prop specialists in arms and armour, and spent his lifetime building a vast collection, not only of arms and armour, but also ethnographica, curios and Chinese, Nepalese and Buddhist art. In the interwar period, he gained the nickname of 'One-Pound Dineley', having put the word about to all antique dealers, runners and pickers that he would happily pay one pound for any item which he had never seen before. This resulted in queues of vendors willing to part with all manner of objects and led to some of his most magnificent acquisitions. His son, Peter, inherited the Bapty props company - which remains a leader in its field - along with his father's unique collection. On Peter's subsequent death in 2018 some of the collection was sold off.Shipping Disclaimer: Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportWear, knicks and pitting to the blade. The pommel is a little loose. General surface wear.

An elephant driver's silvered-copper goad or ankus, 18th century, India, of typical form with tapering point and curved hook, the shaft with reeded decoration, 52.5cm long Provenance: Formerly in the collection of Mark Dineley and then acquired directly from his son, Peter Dineley, who died in 2018. Mark Dineley (1901-1975) was the owner of Bapty & Co., the theatrical and film prop specialists in arms and armour, and spent his lifetime building a vast collection, not only of arms and armour, but also ethnographica, curios and Chinese, Nepalese and Buddhist art. In the interwar period, he gained the nickname of 'One-Pound Dineley', having put the word about to all antique dealers, runners and pickers that he would happily pay one pound for any item which he had never seen before. This resulted in queues of vendors willing to part with all manner of objects and led to some of his most magnificent acquisitions. His son, Peter, inherited the Bapty props company - which remains a leader in its field - along with his father's unique collection. On Peter's subsequent death in 2018 some of the collection was sold off. Shipping Disclaimer: Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country. Condition ReportWear to the silvering throughout. The point is slightly rounded. Knocks and wear.

'Belsen Trial Depositions 1945', containing two 'Military Government - Germany Military Court - War Criminals Intermis Court Order' for Fritz Klein and Peter Weingartner, followed by original typed witness statements of 138 survivors, some with handwritten amendments, and identified photos of Hessler, Stafer, Kramer, others accused and Capt Peter Chapman,34.5 x 22.5cmProvenance: Formerly in the collection of Mark Dineley and then acquired directly from his son, Peter Dineley, who died in 2018.Mark Dineley (1901-1975) was the owner of Bapty & Co., the theatrical and film prop specialists in arms and armour, and spent his lifetime building a vast collection, not only of arms and armour, but also ethnographica, curios and Chinese, Nepalese and Buddhist art. In the interwar period, he gained the nickname of 'One-Pound Dineley', having put the word about to all antique dealers, runners and pickers that he would happily pay one pound for any item which he had never seen before. This resulted in queues of vendors willing to part with all manner of objects and led to some of his most magnificent acquisitions. His son, Peter, inherited the Bapty props company - which remains a leader in its field - along with his father's unique collection. On Peter's subsequent death in 2018, some of the collection was sold off.Important historical records such as these, loaded with such gravitas, emotion and uncomfortable subject matter, give cause to reflect on the horrors of war and the tyranny of the Nazi regime. We acknowledge that their presentation for sale here may seem distasteful, but we hope that in so doing, they are preserved for future generations, so that they may learn from them and thus prevent the horrors of history from being repeated. Events described in this document are disturbing, however, they display the courage of the individuals mentioned in fighting for justice against their oppressors.Condition ReportKnocks and wear to the board. Some creases and minor surface marks throughout. Please see the additional images of the first few pages.

A tulwar sword, 18th century, the curved blade with three cartouches containing script in gold inlay, complete with a silver-damascened hilt,blade 80.5cm longoverall 94.5cm longProvenance: Formerly in the collection of Mark Dineley and then acquired directly from his son, Peter Dineley, who died in 2018.Mark Dineley (1901-1975) was the owner of Bapty & Co., the theatrical and film prop specialists in arms and armour, and spent his lifetime building a vast collection, not only of arms and armour, but also ethnographica, curios and Chinese, Nepalese and Buddhist art. In the interwar period, he gained the nickname of 'One-Pound Dineley', having put the word about to all antique dealers, runners and pickers that he would happily pay one pound for any item which he had never seen before. This resulted in queues of vendors willing to part with all manner of objects and led to some of his most magnificent acquisitions. His son, Peter, inherited the Bapty props company - which remains a leader in its field - along with his father's unique collection. On Peter's subsequent death in 2018 some of the collection was sold off.Shipping Disclaimer: Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country.Condition ReportThe tip of the blade is slightly dulled. Surface wear and rubbing throughout. Please see the further additional images.

A pair of carved Ethnographica heads of a man and woman, 40cm high

Ethnographica - East African Maasai tribal hide shield (approx 81cm tall), together with an Ivory Coast Kple-Kple polychrome wooden mask, a further carved wooden tribal mask, a smaller South-East Asian carved wooden mask, and two other carved wooden pieces

Ethnographica: a tribal carved wood stylized canoe figure group, 210cm long. 

Ethnographica: an old Australian boomerang, carved and decorated with kangaroos and an emu, 46cm wide.  

Ethnographica - Two Sudanese knives, curved steel blades with waisted grips, the larger with 20 cm (l) blade. [W] Note: This lot is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over. Please note that if you require shipping for this lot, this can only be done using an age verified method.

Ethnographica: a small brass stool, 36cm diameter; and another African carved hardwood stool. (2)

Ethnographica - An African tribal axe, 46 cm (l) and other. [W] Note: This lot is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over. Please note that if you require shipping for this lot, this can only be done using an age verified method. PLEASE NOTE: ALL ITEMS MUST BE PAID FOR AND COLLECTED OR DESPATCHED BY WEDNESDAY THE 13TH DECEMBER DUE TO THE HOLIDAY PERIOD.