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Rare Maori figure, a rare standing figure with ovoid head and…
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Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
28-Mar-2012
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Description:
Rare Maori figure, a rare standing figure with ovoid head and incised moko carving to forehead and cheeks. Raised facial features with a heart shaped mouth showing a protruding tongue robust body with bent arms resting on stomach and cylindrical slightly bent legs resting on a raised square base with some loss. Early woven muka skirt surrounds the torso. Rich dark early patina. Length 25.8 cm. Width 6 cm
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Category:
Tribal: New Zealand Maori