Carved Whalebone Club with Three Ridges

Late 19th century/early 20th century carved patu paraoa…
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Late 19th century/early 20th century carved patu paraoa (whalebone club), of relatively crude form with three large ridges to butt. Large thin blade, length 40 cm.

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