Maori Carved Papahou Treasure Box by John Rua (1978)

A Maori carved papahou (treasure box), carved by John Rua, the…
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A Maori carved papahou (treasure box), carved by John Rua, the rectangular shaped lid with two relief figures joined feet-to-feet upon a ground carved in relief with further figures and scrolls, the base entirely carved with stylised contorted figures, two further figures as the handles, paua inserts, dark brown patina, the base signed by the carver and dated 1978. 33 cm x 14 cm x 11.5 cm. Not Registered.

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  • Patination / Patina - In broad terms, patination refers to the exterior surface appearance of the timber, the effect of fading caused by exposure to sunlight and air over the course of a century or more, changing the piece to a soft, mellow colour.

    As patina is very difficult to replicate, it is one of the most important guides to determining the age of furniture.

    Patina is also the term applied to the bloom or film found on old bronzes due to oxidisation.

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