19th C. Chinese Iron Flail w/ Wooden Handle

East Asia, China, Qing Dynasty, ca. 19th century CE. An intriguing flail with a beater head formed from a thick wooden dowel that is reinforced with semicircular riveted iron panels. The stocky head hangs from a chain comprised of circular links, and a wooden handle enables the weapon to be swung with great strength. Size: 22.75" L x 1.3" W (57.8 cm x 3.3 cm).

Provenance: private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, acquired in 2006; ex-Tikus Ethnographics/Angelica Blekkink collection, The Netherlands

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#151089 Dimensions: Condition Report: Minor abrasions and stable fissures to wooden handle and head dowel, and light encrustations to iron components, otherwise intact and very good. All components still articulate. Nice patina throughout.