Maori Tekoteko Figure with High Relief Carving

A pre 19th century Maori carved wooden tekoteko figure. The…
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A pre 19th century Maori carved wooden tekoteko figure. The carving of high relief with dark stain. Prominent weku features with hands to chest. Unusual horizontal slats between legs. Old illegible collection no. And a lot no. To reverse. Height 50 cm, W11 cm

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