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No. 78468495
Paddle club - "How" - Maori - New Zealand
No. 78468495
Paddle club - "How" - Maori - New Zealand
Antique Maori presentation paddle (Hoe) the finest quality and depth to the surface carving showing various Tiki & stylised beasts, various shell inlayed eyes,
Dating from the 19th century, superb colour and patina, serious collectors object.
I have a added a picture of a similar paddle (looks like it was carved by the same Maori craftsmen that was sold at an auction some months ago.)
Measuring: 92 cm in lenght by 9 cm wide.
Provenance: UK art dealer.
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