Maori Folk Art Carvings with Paua Shell Eyes

A pair of fine early 20th century folk art carvings, of two…
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A pair of fine early 20th century folk art carvings, of two stylised Maori figures, the larger female figure depicted with tiki, moko, piupiu and inset paua shell eyes (h.38 cm) the smaller male figure depicted holding a mere (h.30 cm). Provenance: John Perry collection

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