Maori Carved Hardwood Wahaika with Mask and Paua Eyes

A 20th century Maori carved hardwood wahaika, the long hooked…
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A 20th century Maori carved hardwood wahaika, the long hooked form spatulate blade with reduced grip, pierced suspension hole, stylised mask to butt end with protruding tongue and inlaid paua eyes. Good dark colourway. Length 51.5 cm.

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