Bulibuli

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Bulibuli
Vunikau bulibuli, early 19th century, Metropolitan Museum of Art, inventory no.  1985.317.6
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Use: weapon
Region of origin /
author:
Fiji , ethnic groups from the Fiji Islands
Distribution: Fiji Islands
Overall length: about 56 cm
Handle: Wood
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The Buli-Buli is a club from the Fiji Islands .

description

The Buli-Buli has a straight shaft and a round head. The shaft is round and becomes thicker towards the impact head. The shaft is sharpened at the opposite end. The striking head is round and provided with round, button-like projections, which strengthen the impact, but should also decorate the club. The Buli-Buli is used by the ethnic groups in the Fiji Islands as a weapon, but also as a symbol of status.

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