Aruhe Pounder: Ancient Tool for Food Preparation

Patu Aruhe - Pounder. The patu aruhe (bracken-fern-root…
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Patu Aruhe - Pounder. The patu aruhe (bracken-fern-root pounder) is associated with food preparation; signs of considerable age. Early 19th century or earlier. May have been swamp preserved. Length 29.5 cm. Width 6.5 cm. Private Collection, New Zealand

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