War Club
| Object Number: | 46-6-31 |
|---|---|
| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Cherokee |
| Provenience: | United States of America North Carolina |
| Culture Area: | Southeast Culture Area |
| Section: | American |
| Materials: | Wood Pigment |
| Length: | 51 cm |
| Credit Line: | Cherokee Expedition; Frank G. Speck and John G. Witthoft, 1946 |
Description
Smooth stick of oak wood with natural knot as head. "Red represents anger and blood. Carried by warrior in Brave Dance as symbol of bravery: he had killed enemy armed only with club -- without gun." 46-6-31: Same as 46-6-30 except club is of locust wood.
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