Maori Korere Feeding Funnel with Mask Decoration
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A late 20th century Maori carved korere (feeding funnel), tapered circular form with relief mask decoration and paua disc inserts. Length 13.5 cm. Note: the korere was used for the feeding of important men during a tattooing ceremony 'ta moko', it was forbidden for the recipient to touch food while being tattooed.
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