Maori Carved Tewhatewha with Double Weku Masks

A 19th century Maori carved tewhatewha. Extensive haehae and…
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A 19th century Maori carved tewhatewha. Extensive haehae and pakati carving to blade, double weku masks to shaft with paua shell inset. Drilled suspension hole to blade. Height 120 cm

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