There are a diverse collection of objects that represent the

culture and history of the Maori people of New Zealand. These artefacts vary in

type, style, and function, and include the following:

Weapons: Maori weapons were traditionally made from wood,

bone, and stone, and included clubs, spears, and weapons with serrated edges,

such as the patu and mere.

Carvings: Maori carvings are highly symbolic and often

depict stories and legends from Maori mythology. These carvings can be found on

buildings, canoes, and other objects, and are often intricately detailed.

Jewellery: Maori jewellery often features intricate designs

and is made from materials such as bone, stone, and shell. Pendants, earrings,

and bracelets are all common forms of Maori jewellery.

Taonga puoro (musical instruments): These are traditional

Maori musical instruments, such as the p?t?tara (conch shell trumpet) and the

k?auau (flute). Maori music is an important more...

Under the New Zealand Protected Objects Act 1975, administered by the New Zealand Ministry for Culture & Heritage, the sale, trade, export and ownership of some Maori artefact are regulated
Objects over 50 years old that also have Maori cultural significance must be inspected by Ministry for Culture & Heritage, and if significant the object will be allocated a "Y" number, a unique identification number. Artefacts that have a Y number can only be purchased by those that are registered collectors with the Ministry for Culture and Heritage.

14 items found:

These items have been sold, and the description, image and price are for reference purposes only.

A kete, Aotearoa, fine feather kete (flax bag). Feather kete…

Feather Kete in Museum-Grade Frame

A kete, Aotearoa, fine feather kete (flax bag). Feather kete became a favourite acquisition for Collectors in the early Victorian curio trade owing to their beauty and utilitarian nature. This well used example is presented in a Museum grade frame to…

A kete, Aotearoa, superb muka kete in frame. Kete decorated…

Undyed Muka Kete with Criss Cross Pattern

A kete, Aotearoa, superb muka kete in frame. Kete decorated with natural, undyed muka to form an intersecting criss cross pattern over the entire body. Fine subtle fringe of natural muka envelopes three sides, terminating in a rolled muka handle at the…

Two kete kete houhere woven in lacebark with dyed fringe and…

Lacebark Kete Set with Dyed Fringe and Muka Accents

Two kete kete houhere woven in lacebark with dyed fringe and kete muka in pink and yellow colouring, length 21 & 24 cm

Kete muka with patterned kaupapa and wide fringe, length 28 cm

Patterned Kete with Wide Fringe (7 words)

Kete muka with patterned kaupapa and wide fringe, length 28 cm

Kiwi feather kete muka small form with some patches of feather…

Kiwi Feather Kete with Patches of Loss - Small Form

Kiwi feather kete muka small form with some patches of feather loss, 30 cm x 25 cm

A 19th century kiwi feather kete muka Y18260, woven in…

19th Century Kiwi Feather Kete Muka

A 19th century kiwi feather kete muka Y18260, woven in double-pai twining with dark brown dyed aho. Rolled upper edge with muka plaited handles on each side. Some loss of feathers to one side. Length 13.5 cm, width 19 cm

An old Maori worked flax bag (kete muka), plain undyed muka in…

Maori Flax Bag with Twining and Tassels

An old Maori worked flax bag (kete muka), plain undyed muka in double pair twining, two vertical bands of diverted warps and one horizontal through the mid-section, fringing on the sides and lower edge, two plaited muka handles terminating in two tassels…

An old Maori worked flax bag (kete muka), double pair twined…

Maori Flax Bag with Blue Weaving

An old Maori worked flax bag (kete muka), double pair twined with diverted warps, plain undyed muka with three vertical rows of purplish-blue weaving included, fringe to sides and lower edge. 20.5 cm x 23.5 cm.

Kete muka. A large example of a woven constructed muka bag with…

Chequered Muka Bag with Raised Wave Pattern and Fringe

Kete muka. A large example of a woven constructed muka bag with double pair twining, separated warps in a raised wave pattern in a chequered design, and a substantial fringe. Height 30 cm. Width 43 cm.

Kete muka. A masterfully constructed muka bag with double pair…

Double Pair Twined Muka Bag with Wave Pattern

Kete muka. A masterfully constructed muka bag with double pair twining, separated warps in a intertwined wave pattern, and a substantial fringe with tassels. Purple and blue dyed warp decoration, with a silk lining. Height 35 cm. Width 47 cm.

Kete muka. Two small muka bags, in very good condition. Height…

Pair of Small Muka Bags in Excellent Condition

Kete muka. Two small muka bags, in very good condition. Height eight 24 cm. Width 20 cm. Height 12.5 cm. Length 10.5 cm.

Kete muka kiwi. Very good example of a finely made kiwi feather…

Kiwi Feather Kete with Double Pair Twining

Kete muka kiwi. Very good example of a finely made kiwi feather kete, double pair twining with kiwi feathers attached on every second aho (weft). The muka kaupapa is in good condition. Two decorative tassels to the front and one on the back. Height 17 cm.…

Kete muka kiwi. Extremely fine construction with double paired…

Kiwi Feather Twined Kete

Kete muka kiwi. Extremely fine construction with double paired twining and kiwi feathers attached on every second aho (weft). Very good condition. Height 21 cm. Width 25 cm.

Kete muka kiwi. Early woven kete single twining with attached…

Kiwi Feathered Woven Kete

Kete muka kiwi. Early woven kete single twining with attached kiwi feathers attached on every second aho (weft). Some feather loss. Height 19 cm. Width 24 cm.