A rare bosun's club, used on board ships by foremen to enforce discipline. This antique model is made of genuine twisted whalebone, a flexible and durable material prized in the navy during the 19th century. Both ends are weighted with lead and covered with fine ropework, a testament to the sailors' skill. Its balanced shape, weight, and naval origin make it a collector's item as evocative as it is rare.
✦ Origin: French Navy ✦ Estimated period: 19th century ✦ Dimensions: 21.5 cm ✦ Material: Whale baleen, lead, braided rope ✦ Condition: Very good condition, braiding well preserved - minimal wear from age.
Authentic piece of naval history – ideal for collectors of antique marine, militaria or maritime curiosities.
