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.

17 items found:

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

A fine 19th century kahu kiwi - kiwi feather cloak, Kaupapa of…

19th Century Kiwi Feather Cloak: Exceptional Condition, Rare Provenance

A fine 19th century kahu kiwi - kiwi feather cloak, Kaupapa of double pair twining. The top boarder with twists of black wool, the sides with twists of purple wool to the boarder. This is one of the finest kahu kiwi to ever be offered at auction in New…

A rare late 19th century brown kiwi feather stole, in fine…

Late 19th Century Kiwi Feather Stole

A rare late 19th century brown kiwi feather stole, in fine original condition with raw silk backing. 140 cm length

19th century kiwi feather cloak, muka Kaupapa of double pair…

19th Century Kiwi Feather Cloak with Provenance

19th century kiwi feather cloak, muka Kaupapa of double pair twining with plaited decorative finish to the top. Minor feather loss. Provenance: Passed to the present owner by descent, historically owned by the stage actor and Maori concert performer…

A kahu kiwi feather cloak, Aotearoa, 19th century. Made from…

Kiwi Feather Cloak from 19th Century Aotearoa

A kahu kiwi feather cloak, Aotearoa, 19th century. Made from muka fibre with predominatly single pair twining. The lower section has double pair twining. There are major losses to the kiwi feathers. Dyed muka bands in purple detail three of the edges.…

Kahu huruhuru (feather cloak), candlewick and cotton with…

Feathered cloak with native bird feathers

Kahu huruhuru (feather cloak), candlewick and cotton with applied native pigeon and hen feathers, 93 x 113 cm

A historical Maori kahu kiwi (kiwi feather cloak), entirely…

Historical Maori Kiwi Feather Cloak

A historical Maori kahu kiwi (kiwi feather cloak), entirely covered with kiwi feathers and highlighted with spotted and orange feathers, all fixed to the finely woven candlewick ground, coloured wool used as border highlights and plaited short lengths at…

Superb kahu Huruhuru feather cloak made from fine muka fibre…

Kahu Huruhuru Feather Cloak with Kiwi Border and Designs

Superb kahu Huruhuru feather cloak made from fine muka fibre base with kiwi feather border and triangular and linear designs of kereru, kaka, kakariki and tui feathers, height 127 cm, length 103 cm

Superb feather cloak. A rare and beautiful Maori kahu kiwi…

19th Century Maori Kiwi Feather Cloak

Superb feather cloak. A rare and beautiful Maori kahu kiwi feather cloak from the 19th century. The cloak is adorned with mature brown kiwi feathers, in orthodox style. The kiwi feathers are tightly compacted to form plump, luminous appearance. In good…

Kahu Kiwi feather cloak. A rare and beautiful Maori kiwi…

Rare Maori Kiwi Feather Cloak from 19th Century

Kahu Kiwi feather cloak. A rare and beautiful Maori kiwi feather cloak from the 19th century. The cloak is adorned with mature brown kiwi feathers, in orthodox style. The cloak show signs of great age and use. In good stable condition with some loss of…

Kahu Huruhuru prestigious feather cloak. Introduced in the…

Kahu Huruhuru Feather Cloak

Kahu Huruhuru prestigious feather cloak. Introduced in the second half of the 19th century, the kahu huruhuru celebrated the prestigious nature of the Polynesian cloak with the use of high-status bird species such as the kereru, kakariki, kaka and tui.…

An impressive and prestigious 19th century kahu kiwi, the…

19th Century Kingmakers Kiwi Feather Cloak

An impressive and prestigious 19th century kahu kiwi, the Kingmakers cloak, muka flax fibre, kiwi feathers, kaka and kereru feathers. See long description for more information and provenance. Y registration 16695

Feather cloak. A very beautiful cloak, kiwi feather rows…

Kiwifruit Feather Cloak with Colorful Wool Weaving

Feather cloak. A very beautiful cloak, kiwi feather rows flanked by vertical rows of interwoven red, yellow and black wool. Tag attached to the top right corner. Length 80 cm. H5.7 cm.

A fine kahu huruhuru, 19th century, the kahu huruhuru cloak was…

19th Century Feathered Kahu Huruhuru Cloak

A fine kahu huruhuru, 19th century, the kahu huruhuru cloak was introduced in the second half of the 19th century and was typically decorated with the feathers of high status bird species. This fine example dating from 1880 is muka backed and is woven…

Kahu huruhuru cloak, a very beautiful cloak, muka backing four…

Kahu Huruhuru Peacock Feather Cloak

Kahu huruhuru cloak, a very beautiful cloak, muka backing four vertical kiwi feather rows flanked by vertical rows of peacock feathers. Bottom border lined with peacock feathers to edge. Two small handles to the top. Length 80 cm. Width 75.4 cm

Kahu Huruhuru cloak feather cloak made with candlewick string…

Candlewick Feather Cloak with Pheasant Feathers

Kahu Huruhuru cloak feather cloak made with candlewick string with attached pheasant feathers. Intertwined red wool border to top and sides with attached purple material handles a row of feathers to the bottom border. Length 82.5 cm. Width 86 cm

A Maori kiwi feather cloak (Korowai). Candlewick body and bias…

Maori Kiwi Feather Cloak

A Maori kiwi feather cloak (Korowai). Candlewick body and bias wefts. Tightly twisted black and brown dyed flax thrums. Kiwi and other white, red, and black feathers down both edges and across lower border. Braided lower edge. Length 109 cm. Width 110 cm

A kiwi feather cloak (kahu kiwi), with double pair twining and…

Kiwi Feather Cloak with Colored Wool Insets

A kiwi feather cloak (kahu kiwi), with double pair twining and red and purple coloured wool interwoven at top end. Multicoloured wool to bottom. Loss of feathers throughout. Black wool used to conserve fragile areas. Length 102.8 cm. Width 143.5 cm