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Mahi and Raparapa, the large…
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Wellington
Date:
10-Oct-2023
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Mahi and Raparapa, the large and impressive Amo carved with two ancestral figures with circular disc eyes and protruding tongues. The body of each decorated with rauponga and pikorauru spirals. Each figure stands above a Kaitiaki ngarara (lizard) which offer protection to a sacred wharenui or house. The base of each board further carved with a wheku head. Red ochre painted, showing wear commensurate with their age. The maihi and raparapa showing considerable wear. Amo 3.3m x 32 cm. Maihi and raparapa 4m x 37 cm.
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Unclassified