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Superb 18th-century Maori canoe bailer, Tiheru. Raharuhi Rukupo,…
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Superb 18th-century Maori canoe bailer, Tiheru. Raharuhi Rukupo, Rongo Whataata attributed, a fine Maori canoe bailer, of type II form, used in smaller inland and coastal water canoes, with a tapering hollowed scoop leading to two tubular supports holding a large tiki face; varied blackened patina overall. Attributed to master carver Raharuhi Rukupo, Rongo Whataata, Gisborne, East Coast. C.1840 - 1860. Length 50 cm
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Tribal: New Zealand Maori