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The master carver: P.H. Leonard crafted traditional wood artworks in Rotorua. His works are distinguished by deep, extremely detailed carvings (Whakairo) that keep the spiritual art of the Māori alive. Made between 1930-1950.

Der Meister-Schnitzer: P.H. Leonard fertigte in Rotorua traditionelle Holzkunstwerke an. Seine Arbeiten zeichnen sich durch tiefe, extrem detailreiche Schnitzereien (Whakairo) aus, die die spirituelle Kunst der Māori lebendig halten. Hergestellt zwischen 1930-1950

 

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“TAPU” feather/trinket box P.H. Leonard - TekoTeko - Maori - New Zealand  (No reserve price)

Early 20th century - Wood, Mother of pearl - Good condition

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This original Māori TekoTeko trinket box, titled “TAPU”, was carved from wood and inlaid with mother-of-pearl by P.H. Leonard in Rotorua between 1930 and 1950.

“TAPU” feather/trinket box P.H. Leonard - TekoTeko - Maori - New Zealand (No reserve price)

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This original Māori TekoTeko trinket box, titled “TAPU”, was carved from wood and inlaid with mother-of-pearl by P.H. Leonard in Rotorua between 1930 and 1950.

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