Early Patu Paraoa - master carver's mallet, extremly fine and rare master carver;s mallet made of whale jawbone. Beautifully balanced with stiked concave surface, the soft shoulder lines are narrow and terminate into a masterfully carved, finely detailed and highly resolved manaia head. of rich patina from age and use. Height 30 cm. Width 5.2 cm. Depth 2.4 cm.