An old large Maori carved figured post, the tall stylised…
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An old large Maori carved figured post, the tall stylised figure with detailed moko, pronounced arched back with his right leg upon a further stylised head, he holds a taiaha to his right hand and a raised mere to his left, further stylised figures to the back, all on a circular plinth, paua insets to eyes, old red paint remains to most, some losses, evidence of fire damage to reverse, further evidence of insect and weather damage and some infill. Provenance: Ex. The Whanganui area. Height 208 cm, diameter at base approx. 50 cm. Being assessed for registration

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