Weathered Maori Totem Mask, 56 cm
Contemporary Maori carved totem fine traditional carving ancestral mask, weathered, 56 cm height
Maori Toki Potangata with Pounamu Blade and Feather Decoration
Hand carved Maori toki Potangata with plain Kanuka handle and pounamu stone blade, woven fibre lashing and feather decoration, 56 cm long (stand), 37 cm high
Maori Carved Tokotoko Walking Stick with Paua Inserts
An early/mid-20th century Maori carved tokotoko/walking stick, carved with stylised Maori figures and lineal and notch designs, ebonised finish, paua inserts, length 65.5 cm.
Maori God Stick with Double Masked Top and Paua Inserts
A 19th century Maori carved wooden Taunga atua (God stick) double masked bulbous top, curbed lineal and notch carved shaft, paua inserts. Good old patina, length 40.6 cm.
A mid/late 20th century Maori carved mere pounamu curved ridged butt end, cylindrical pierced suspension hole, length 28 cm. Tiny flake to blade.
Maori Canoe Prow Sculpture
A Maori carved stylised canoe prow, the figural form with curving tongue and multiple other entwined scrolls and figures. Length 127 cm
Maori Carved Taiaha with Paua Inset Eyes
An old Maori carved wooden taiaha, the top traditionally carved with stylised head and protruding tongue with scrolling design, paua inset eyes, length 139.5 cm.
Maori Geothermal Mask with Notch and Scrolling Detail
A 19th century Maori carved stylised mask, notch, linial and scrolling detail, the open mouth with white painted teeth to the top, open section below, the mouth reputedly as a geothermal water spout cover, old red paint, crack evident. 28 cm x 6.5 cm x 37…
An early 20th century Maori carved tewhatewha by Henry Evan Lloyd, with double spiral and notch carved small blade and mildly tapered shaft, length 110 cm. Note: Henry Evan Lloyd, architect and builder from manaia was the brother of Trevor Lloyd, an…
Maori High Relief Panel with Tiki and Taniwha
A 20th century carved Maori panel, in high relief with a tiki figure standing above a taniwha, the tiki with inlaid paua eyes, the taniwha with greenstone eye. Height 89 cm
Maori Carved Desk Stand with Paua Shell and Inkwells
An early 20th century Maori carved desk stand, stylised mask and other designs with paua shell disc inserts, the glass inkwells with red and black tops, grooved pen receptacles. Reg. Y18153. 33 cm x 23 cm x 7.5 cm
Maori Carved Figures, Hoko Pai Signed, 20th Century
Two early 20th century Maori carved figures. Woman in cloak with stone club, & male warrior. Spear has losses. Signed 'Hoko Pai' under base. Height 33 cm
A mid/late 20th century Maori carved waka stern post with pierced detail including stylised figures. Raised on carved slab base, height 89 cm.
Rare Wharetana Maori Egg Cup with Traditional Motifs
A rare Wharetana egg cup, traditional Maori motifs on a caramel ground with an apple green interior, number '1040' stamped to base, height 7 cm.
Moko Woman Folk Art Figure
A mid-20th century Maori folk art figure, of a woman with moko kauae to her chin and a ribbon in her hair. Height 610.
Maori Carved Mantle Clock
An early 20th century Maori folk art mantle clock. With elaborate and traditional all over carving and paua border to the central quartz movement German clock. Height 25 cm, width 45 cm
Maori Carved Tobacco Pipe with Silver Mounts and Amber Mouthpiece
An early 20th century Maori carved tobacco pipe the wooden bowl carved with double stylised face and lineal notched carved decoration, silver mounts and long amber type mouth piece, the mounts dated Birmingham 1902, in original leather case stamped 'Kia…
Maori Kauri Poupou Panel with Ancestor Figure
A Maori carved kauri poupou panel, the rectangular panel in relief with an ancestor figure named Tane to the chest, hands clasped to abdomen, a smaller figure striding between the main subject's legs. Height 113 cm.
Maori Carved Walking Stick with Arched Full Figure Handle
An early/mid 20th century Maori carved walking stick, the handle carved as an arched full figure, its hands going down the shaft above two reverse facing stylised figures and the dominant length of curvilinear and notch detail. The handle figure with…
Vintage Maori Carved Figures with Taiaha and Patu
A pair of vintage Maori carved figures, the crouching man with a taiaha, the kneeling woman with a patu, finely detailed and painted highlights, height 245 and 21.5 cm.
Three early 20th century Maori carved tekoteko figures by Henry Evan Lloyd, each stylised figure with one hand clasping it's lower jaw, the other clasping it's wrist. Paua inserts, height 39 cm. Note: Henry Evan Lloyd, architect and builder from manaia…
Maori Kauri Pedestal Bowl with Koruru Masks and Paua Inserts
An early 20th century Maori carved kauri pedestal bowl the exterior carved with koruru masks and kowhaiwhai-like designs, original paua inserts and dark stained finish, Rotorua school. Diameter 20 cm.
Maori Carved Stylised Figure with Blue Tattoo Decoration
A mid/late-20th century quality Maori carved stylised figure, the fine incised tattoo type decoration highlighted with blue, hands clasped to front, genitals evident. Rotorua school, height 60.5 cm.
A contemporary Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, ' B ' type, head turned to left shoulder, three finger hand to chest and thigh. Of good depth. Kawakawa nephrite, height 11 cm
A 19th century Maori carved taiaha, plain traditional carved head and tapered shaft. Good dark patina, length 155 cm.
Ancient Maori Wakahuia with Stylised Figures
Ian McMillan Maori carved wakahuia, formed as an ancient find, with adzed finish and stylised figure to each end, burnt and aged 'ancient' finish as if possibly as swamp find. Length 51 cm.
Late 19th Century Maori Tokotoko Figure with Ta Moko
A late 19th century tokotoko, carved Maori figure with ta moko wrapped in a korowai and decorated in rauponga surmounting a tapering shaft. H 94 cm,
A contemporary carved Maori short waka hoe by Richard (Rangi) Redman, the blade back carved with two masks and swirling and notched designs, the butt with further mask, paua insert eyes. Monogrammed to the reverse, length 75 cm.
Maori Warrior Pipe with Lizard and Pearl Eyes
A Maori folk art pipe, in the form of a Maori warrior smoking a pipe with full facial tattoos and pearl shell inset eyes. The back of the pipe has a lizard entwined on the stem of the pipe, also with pearl shell inset eyes. Mid 20th century or earlier.…
Maori Tokotoko Walking Stick with Stylised Figures
A late 19th/early 20th century Maori carved tokotoko/walking stick, carved with three wide encircling bands of stylised figures flanked by koru and leaf highlights. Good colour and patina. Being assessed for registration. Length 80.5 cm. Y21152. Must be a…
Maori Tekoteko Carved Figure with Pendant and Bow Tie
A Maori folk art carved figure, in the manner of a tekoteko, the stylised figure with hands clasped to abdomen, the face with incised moko and with further designs carved to torso and arms, a pendant suspended to the figure?s neck and a ribbon bow tie…
Maori Poutokomanawa Figure with Paua Shell Eyes
A 20th century Maori carved poutokomanawa figure, notch and curved linear detail. Full paua shell inset eyes. Height 103 cm.
Maori Walking Stick with Carved Shaft and Silver Band
A late 19th century Maori carved walking stick, the exaggerated wrythen shaft with lineal and notch carved detail, two stylised head forms towards the top, knob handle with silver plain band. Repair to shaft. Length 97.5 cm. Being assessed for…
Maori Tongue Post Figure
An old carved Maori stylised post figure, he stands with tongue extended, some old weathering and deterioration, most old red paint remaining with white highlights to the eyes and teeth. Height 1065, to be assessed for registration
19th Century Maori Carved Tokotoko Walking Stick
A 19th century Maori carved tokotoko (walking stick), attributed to Tene Waitere (1854-1931), four stylised carved and pierced figures, to majority of shaft, paua inset eyes, fine linial and notch highlights, the handle as a stylised albatross head, plain…
Maori Kotiate with Carved Head and Scroll Detail
A c.1900/early 20th century Maori carved kotiate, the blades with restrained lineal scroll and notch carved detail, one bottom lobe absent, presumably an original carving accident as original patina is intact, carved stylised head to the butt with power…
A 19th century Maori bust tokotoko, a carved Maori walking stick displaying a Maori portrait bust with ta moko and sliver collar, height 91 cm,
An early 20th century Maori carved circular panel by Henry Evan Lloyd with pierced and carved double spiral radiating designs, the exterior rim also carved and with paua shell disc inserts, diameter 35 cm. Note: Henry Evan Lloyd, architect and builder…
Maori Wooden Pipe with Tattooed Face and Paua Eyes
A late 19th century / early 20th century carved Maori wooden pipe. The bowl with tattooed face to front with paua shell eyes. The stem with fine geometric decoration. Length 13 cm.
Maori Carved Long Handled Kakauroa Axe with Iron Blade
20th century Maori carved long handled kakauroa (axe) the pale shaft with finely carved weku head. With fitted old iron blade, length 16 cm.
Maori Pounamu Long Kuru Pendant
An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) long kuru pendant, oval cylinder form, both ends tapered, wide tapered suspension hole. Length 15.8 cm, width 1.4 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Tiki Octagonal Tabletop with Adzed Finish
An octagonal carved Maori tabletop, decorated with tiki heads and fern fronds, adzed finish to edges. 62 cm x 54 cm.
Vintage Maori Patu Hand Club with Intricate Carvings
Vintage Maori patu hand club. Finely carved with deep scroll designs and the butt with ancestor figure and inlaid paua shell eyes, length 31 cm
Distressed Maori Mask with Paua Shell Eyes
An early 20th century Maori carved large mask, distressed red paint finish, applied paua shell section eyes, the open mouth with extended tongue, height 76.5 cm.
Maori Walking Stick with Abalone Accents and Tiki Carvings
Fine New Zealand Maori carved walking stick, following the natural form of the wood, carved with four tiki accented with abalone, amongst geometric motifs, total length 92 cm
Maori Pounamu Boulder: Taranga and Maui Mythology
A Maori carved pounamu boulder, Taranga (Mother-of-Maui), the stylised figure with fish tail embracing a female. According to Maori mythology when Maui was born prematurely Taranga (his mother) wrapped his body in her hair and threw into him into the…
A Maori carved whalebone hei tiki, type I, shape a, of good size, with scroll line and notch detail, the paua set eyes with red sealing wax outer rings, height 13 cm.
Maori Carved Pounamu Mere with Hour-Glass Hole
An old Maori carved pounamu small mere, traditional tapered spatulate blade, the rounded butt with three incised curved bands, drilled hour-glass suspension hole. The bowenite of variable tone with some near clear pale green inclusions. Length 19.5 cm.…
19th Century Maori Carved Whalebone Patiti Handle
A good 19th century Maori carved whalebone patiti (hatchet) handle, the oval section shaft carved with two relief stylised full figures, one each side, remnants of red ceiling wax to the eyes, the butt end further carved with two opposing stylised figures…
Maori Male Carved Post with Red Paint Finish
An old 19th/20th century Maori carved male figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village later red paint finish with hands clasped to abdomen, small loss to left shoulder. Rising from a square section unpainted post with diamond notched rail space, the base worn…
Waitangi Embossed Patu with Rare Notch, 1840
A historic Maori carved patu, with uncommon notch cut to blade. Embossed Waitangi 1840 to handle. Length 38.5 cm. Framed with note of provenance. 'This mere is made from Australian Red Gum brought to Waitangi in May 1853 for Mr James Busby who was…
Maori Stylised Figure Post from Whakarewarewa Village
An old 19th/20th century Maori carved stylised figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village the red painted male figure with carved head, arms and legs, a large green painted patu to the right hand. Rising from a square section unpainted post with diamond…
Maori Whalebone Walking Stick with Elaborate Carvings
An elaborate Maori carved whalebone handled walking stick, the open handle with a stylised figure and multiple masks, fine whorl and notch carved detail, the carved wooden shaft with waxed thread lashing and feather highlights, paua ring eye inserts,…
Maori Stylised Figure with Paua Shell Eyes
A 20th century finely carved Maori stylised figure, protruding forehead, serrated inlaid paua shell eyes, tongue extended, three finger hands clasped to abdomen, well defined linial and notch carving, signs of wear. Height 45.5 cm, supported upon a…
19th Century Maori Orator's Stick by Tene Waitere
A late 19th century Maori carved tokotoko (orator's stick) attributed to Tene Waitere (1854-1931), with three figures carved to the shaft, paua eyes absent, fine lineal and notch decoration to the majority of its length. Length 91 cm. Note: Similar…
Maori whalebone wahaika with intricate carving and paua inserts
A Maori carved whalebone wahaika, of dense whalebone with mask to butt, the large figure arms and legs wrapping around the blade, paua inserts, length 41 cm.
Maori Stylised Figure Post from Whakarewarewa Village
An old 19th/20th century Maori carved stylised figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village, the red painted stylised figure with half moko, red paint finish with white band to the lower body. Rising from a square section painted post with diamond notched rail…
Maori Carved Pounamu Kuru Pendant
An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) fine and long kuru pendant, finely tapering to a point, narrow tapered suspension hole, semi-translucent with a silvery green vein running its length. Length 14.5 cm, width 1 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family…
Vintage Maori Concrete Figural Posts
Two vintage Maori stylised figural cast concrete posts, V-form heads and extended tongues, notch detailed, old green/turquoise paint, some old damage. Each with a cylinder hole through the centre for support, height 75 cm ea.
Maori Kauri Wakahuia with Tiki Forms
Ian McMillan Maori carved kauri wakahuia, Curving lineal and notch carved detail, the lid with two tiki forms to the ends. Linseed oil finish. Length 41 cm.
Maori Warrior Whale Bone Pendant by Rua
A large Maori carved whale bone pendant, figured with a warrior, mere raised, above a sperm whale, crashing wave behind. Diameter 10 cm. Signed to the reverse Rua.
Maori Carved Patu Paraoa
An old Maori carved patu paraoa, traditional spatulate blade, waisted grip and ridging to the butt, circular hour-glass tapered suspension hole. Length 30.2 cm
Maori Stylised Figure Post from Whakarewarewa Village
An old 19th/20th century Maori carved stylised figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village, the red painted male figure with carved head, the open mouth with notch form teeth, a green painted patu to the right hand. Rising from a square section unpainted post…
19th Century Maori Carved Wooden Patu
A 19th century Maori carved wooden patu, dark old patina, the broad blade with outward facing relief carved figure to one side, length 37 cm.
Carved Maori Paddle with Inlaid Paua Piece
A decoratively carved Maori hoe (paddle), the lanceolate shaped blade decorated with rauponga and other lineal and notch carvings to one blade face along with a small inlaid paua piece. The shaft with similar carving to a section, the terminal knob carved…
Maori Carved Feeding Bowl with Manaia and Tekoteko Faces
A ?th century Maori carved wooden feeding bowl. Bowl is shaped like a gourd. Pakati, haehae designs, with paua shell inlay. The bowl depicts four manaia and one tekoteko face. Length 38 cm, height 10 cm.
Maori Carved Tokotoko Walking Stick
A late 19th century Maori carved tokotoko (walking stick), the shaft with part spiralling section, nearly entirely carved with lineal and notch detail highlighted with five stylised masks, plain cylindrical handle. Length 91 cm.
Red Maori Stylised Figure Post from Whakarewarewa Village
An old 19th/20th century Maori carved stylised figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village, the red painted stylised figure with notch carved detail, red paint finish. Rising from a square section painted post with diamond notched rail space. Height 180 cm.…
Maori Walking Stick with Janus-Faced Figure and Inlaid Eyes
An interesting and notable 19th century Maori carved walking stick originally owned by the colonial sawmiller James Robson, husband of Mere Ngamai (ii) A close relation of the famous chief Te Wharepouri, and by descent to the estate of our vendor.…
Maori Carved Waka Stern Post with Spiral Notch Design
An old Maori carved waka stern post, finely detailed with traditional concentric spiral and notch carving, a recumbent figure to the base, the black finish showing some destress. Height 76.5 cm
Maori Ancestral Figure with Wheku Head
Carved Maori ancestral figure, with wheku head, depicted in a crouching stance, surmounting an inverted wheku head. Red ochre covering the surface. Broken to the bottom section. Possibly from a tokotoko or model waka, 15 cm length
An early/mid 20th century carved Maori taiaha, the head and extended tongue with scroll and notched carved detail, dark patina, length 165.5 cm.
Maori Meeting House Lintel and Pillars with Traditional Carvings
Wonderful carved Maori meeting house lintel and pillars, beautifully carved with traditional patterning and accented in cowrie shells, in an iron red painted finish, 138 x 41 cm (lintel), 185 x 14 cm (two pillars) (3)
Carved Maori Figure by John Empsall Sykes
A vintage carved Maori figure by John Empsall Sykes, standing position with mere, large paua shell eyes. Height 90 cm.
Maori Carved Walking Stick, 19th Century New Zealand
A Maori carved walking stick, New Zealand origin, 19th century, 97 cm high
A New Zealand historically important early 20th century Maori carved small table by Henry Evan Lloyd, the top carved with multiple figures and masks radiating from a central design, paua insert highlights, plain border. Raised on four carved tekoteko type…
Maori Door Lintels on Presentation Stands
A pair of carved Maori lintels, pair of highly decorated 19th century door lintels from a small whare or store. On custom presentation stands. Length 106 cm each
Pre-European Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki
A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, the top of the head with old pre-European scarf and snap cut, the body of mid to pale tone with semi-translucence, the head with evidence of being in a fire. Length 9.3 cm, width 6.6 cm. Note: it is possible…
Maori Whalebone Kotiate with Traditional Carving and Patina
A good 19th century Maori carved whalebone kotiate, the traditional blade of double lobed form with carved notches to either side, the straight sided grip terminating in a traditional head with open mouth and exposed tongue, the suspension hole tapering…
Maori Carved Tokotoko Walking Stick with Masks and Lizard
A late 19th century Maori carved tokotoko (walking stick), half lineal and notch carved, the handle with two stylised masks, the shaft with stylised human climbing figure and lizard in relief, paua shell inserts, probably rewarewa. Length 96.5 cm.
Maori Carved Panels with Paua Shell Inserts
A pair of large mid-20th century Maori carved panels, stylised figures, one with a fish to his mouth holding two paua shells, the other holding his forked tongue, deep relief. Dominant red paint with black highlights and further paua shell inserts to eyes…
Maori carved large poupou panel by Filipe Tohi carved for our vendor who has informed US that the carving represents Mt. Taranaki and Parihaka with the three feathers of peace and the river with the connection to the earth. Signed and dated verso, height…
Maori Carved Shotgun by W C Scott & Son
A carved Maori double barrel Shotgun by W C Scott & Son. Carved all over stock in swirled design with paua shell inlay. Verso carved in linear pattern. Note: gun license required. Provenance: Previously purchased from Art and object
Kowhaiwhai Paddle with Beautiful Carvings
Hoe - paddle, a beautifully carved paddle with open kowhaiwhai designs to the handle and blade. Kowhaiwhai is a traditional Maori decoration that takes the form of abstract curved pattern work. Blackened old patina. Length 164 cm. Width 12.5 cm
Maori Carved Tokotoko Walking Stick with Stylised Figures
A c.1900 Maori carved tokotoko (walking stick), the handle with two stylised figures standing back-to-back below a compressed bun, the cylindrical shaft with carved band of lineal, notch and kowhaiwhai decoration. Length 86.5 cm.
Maori Kumete with Figure Supports
An early 20th century Maori carved kumete (food bowl). Both ends supported by figures, the more deeply carved figure in a rear perspective with legs outstretched towards the rim. The opposite shallow carved figure with arms clasping extended tongue.…
Maori Pounamu Kuru Pendant from Flower Family Collection
An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) kuru pendant, flattened oval cylinder type form, both ends tapered, single hour-glass drill suspension hole, the dark to mid-green tone with traditional silvery green flecked highlights. Length 15.4 cm, width 2.6 cm.…
A Maori carved whalebone patiti (hatchet) by Charlie Raponi Wilson, the traditionally carved handle with stylised mask to the butt, curving lineal and notch detail to the back, a pierced and carved mask to each side below the old steel trade axe blade,…
Maori Pou Post with Tiki Figure Carving
A large carved Maori pou post, the upper section carved with a full tiki figure, the figure depicted with topknot, moko, paua inset eyes, notch and linial carving to the shoulders and sides, hand with three fingers clasped to abdomen, legs flexed,…
Maori Carved Figure Bowl with Supporting Handles
An early 20th century Maori carved figure supported bowl, the domed lid and spherical body with fine curvilinear and notched carved all-over detail, the two stylised figures as supporting side handles, their feet to the flared base. good dark patina.…
Maori Whalebone Kotiate with Wheku Head and Paua Eyes
19th century Maori carved whalebone kotiate, the traditional blade of double lobed form with carved notches to either side, the straight sided grip terminating in a traditional wheku head inset with paua shell eyes, the suspension hole tapering from each…
19th Century Maori Carved Lintel with Stylized Masks
A late 19th century Maori carved lintel (pare), traditionally from a meeting house being the landmark and focus of a Maori settlement, carved with three stylised masks separated by open linial and notched carved bands spaced by bead type forms, the bar…
Maori Carved Side Table
Jane Brenkley Maori folk art side table, the rectangular top with highly detailed carving depicting a man, woman and dog in the foreground and a lake scene in the mid-ground, carved figural central column and stepped base. Signed and dated 1944. 60 cm…
Traditional Maori weapon: Taiaha
Chiefly Taiaha. The taiaha is a traditional Maori weapon usually between five to six feet (1.5 to 1.8 m) in length. It is a wooden close-quarters weapon used for short sharp strikes or stabbing thrusts. It has three main parts. The arero (tongue) used for…
Maori Whalebone Wahaika with Stylised Figure and Weku Head
A 19th century Maori carved whalebone wahaika, the traditional double lobed spatulate blade with full stylised figure to the back, weku head to the butt, square cut lashing hole, of good weight, length 34.5 cm. Provenance: this item has resided in the one…
Hori Paraone's Folk Art Tiki Head
Folk art tiki by Hori Paraone Strongly carved tiki head with open mouth and long protruding tongue, large circular eyes over painted with red, white and black. Weathered patina to back, with evidence of attachment to a larger structure. Reference: Hori…
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