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A Des Baker finely scrimshawed whale's tooth decorated with a…
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Description:
A Des Baker finely scrimshawed whale's tooth decorated with a Maori chief and arrival scene, the chief depicted with moko, huia feathers and cloak with wide tuniko border, stained colour highlights, entitled 'Te Hau Takiri Wharepapa', the reverse with Maori warriors siting an anchored ship. Length of tooth 17 cm, raised on carved spike stand and turned wooden base.
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Category:
Precious Objects: Scrimshaw