Maori Full Relief Carved Koauau Flute

A 20th century Maori carved traditional koauau (flute), carved…
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A 20th century Maori carved traditional koauau (flute), carved in full relief with stylised full figure, the body with kowhaiwhai and adzed designs, three finger holes outlined with paua, bound with fine woven fibre. Length 22 cm.

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