There are a diverse collection of objects that represent the

culture and history of the Maori people of New Zealand. These artefacts vary in

type, style, and function, and include the following:

Weapons: Maori weapons were traditionally made from wood,

bone, and stone, and included clubs, spears, and weapons with serrated edges,

such as the patu and mere.

Carvings: Maori carvings are highly symbolic and often

depict stories and legends from Maori mythology. These carvings can be found on

buildings, canoes, and other objects, and are often intricately detailed.

Jewellery: Maori jewellery often features intricate designs

and is made from materials such as bone, stone, and shell. Pendants, earrings,

and bracelets are all common forms of Maori jewellery.

Taonga puoro (musical instruments): These are traditional

Maori musical instruments, such as the p?t?tara (conch shell trumpet) and the

k?auau (flute). Maori music is an important more...

Under the New Zealand Protected Objects Act 1975, administered by the New Zealand Ministry for Culture & Heritage, the sale, trade, export and ownership of some Maori artefact are regulated
Objects over 50 years old that also have Maori cultural significance must be inspected by Ministry for Culture & Heritage, and if significant the object will be allocated a "Y" number, a unique identification number. Artefacts that have a Y number can only be purchased by those that are registered collectors with the Ministry for Culture and Heritage.

13 items found:

These items have been sold, and the description, image and price are for reference purposes only.

Piupiu. Upper ends of the of the Piupiu tags are tightly plated…

Piupiu Tassel Skirt

Piupiu. Upper ends of the of the Piupiu tags are tightly plated with tassels to ends. A thin woven waste band hold long multi coloured strands leading to split paired tags on the ends. Height 63 cm. Width 80 cm.

A Maori flax skirt c.1890-1920, Piupiu variety made, with…

Maori Flax Skirt with Twisted Cords and Wool Accents

A Maori flax skirt c.1890-1920, Piupiu variety made, with twisted cords of natural and black dyed flax as well as yellow and blue wool, in excellent condition. Length 51 cm. Width 90 cm

Piupiu 56 x 42 cm (folded)

Compact Piupiu: 56x42cm Folded

Piupiu 56 x 42 cm (folded)

Possible Miri Maori Lands mother and child composition head on…

Miri Maori Mother and Child Doll

Possible Miri Maori Lands mother and child composition head on rag body with flax skirt and cotton cape 23 cm

Late 19th century/20th piupiu (skirt), traditional all flax…

Traditional Flax Piupiu Skirt with Wide Woven Band

Late 19th century/20th piupiu (skirt), traditional all flax with wide woven band, 71 cm band width

Ngapuhi tribal region, an impressive pair of Amo boards, carved…

Ngapuhi Warrior Amo Boards, Circa 1920

Ngapuhi tribal region, an impressive pair of Amo boards, carved with male and female warrior figures wearing piupiu. The female figures each holding a patu and the male figures holding kotiate and wahaika. Circa 1920, height 240 cm. Provenance: formerly…

Early 20th century Piupiu (waist Garment), Kaupapa of natural…

Harakeke Piupiu: Natural and Dyed Waist Garment

Early 20th century Piupiu (waist Garment), Kaupapa of natural and dyed harakeke (flax) and with broad waist band

An exceptional Rapaki (kilt/cape), a rare early Maori Rapaki.…

Rare Maori Rapaki Kilt/Cape with Braided Waistband

An exceptional Rapaki (kilt/cape), a rare early Maori Rapaki. Rapaki were worn similar to piupiu but offered the wearer significant added protection from the elements. Sometimes referred to as raincapes (which evidence suggest they doubled as), rapaki…

A contemporary PiuPiu skirt, 1990s. The skirt has been dyed…

Green and Purple Dyed PiuPiu Skirt

A contemporary PiuPiu skirt, 1990s. The skirt has been dyed green and purple, length 62 cm, width 75 cm

A 20th century Piupiu (Maori waist garment), made from mature…

Harakeke Piupiu with Taniko Band

A 20th century Piupiu (Maori waist garment), made from mature rolled Harakeke flax leaf tags, with two bands of black pigment and patterned taniko band with platted ties and tassels. 98 cm width

Early 20th century Piupiu (Maori waist garment), Kaupapa of…

Harakeke Piupiu: Traditional Maori Waist Garment

Early 20th century Piupiu (Maori waist garment), Kaupapa of natural and dyed harakeke (flax) with narrow woven waistband.

Early 20th century Piupiu (Maori waist garment), Kaupapa of…

Harakeke Piupiu: Traditional Maori Waist Garment

Early 20th century Piupiu (Maori waist garment), Kaupapa of natural and dyed harakeke (flax) with narrow woven waistband.

A Piupiu (Maori waist garment), 55 cm length

Maori Piupiu: 55cm Waist Garment

A Piupiu (Maori waist garment), 55 cm length