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There are a diverse collection of objects that represent the

culture and history of the Maori people of New Zealand. These artefacts vary in

type, style, and function, and include the following:

Weapons: Maori weapons were traditionally made from wood,

bone, and stone, and included clubs, spears, and weapons with serrated edges,

such as the patu and mere.

Carvings: Maori carvings are highly symbolic and often

depict stories and legends from Maori mythology. These carvings can be found on

buildings, canoes, and other objects, and are often intricately detailed.

Jewellery: Maori jewellery often features intricate designs

and is made from materials such as bone, stone, and shell. Pendants, earrings,

and bracelets are all common forms of Maori jewellery.

Taonga puoro (musical instruments): These are traditional

Maori musical instruments, such as the p?t?tara (conch shell trumpet) and the

k?auau (flute). Maori music is an important more... part of the culture and these

instruments play a vital role in traditional Maori ceremonies and performances.

Clothing: Maori clothing traditionally includes woven flax

garments, such as the piupiu (a skirt made from flax), as well as cloaks made

from feathers or animal skins.

Waka (canoes): Maori were skilled boat builders and waka

were an important part of Maori culture, used for transport, fishing, and

warfare. Maori waka can be found in a variety of sizes and styles.

Maori artifacts - Important Notice

Under the New Zealand Protected Objects Act 1975, administered by the New Zealand Ministry for Culture & Heritage, the sale, trade, export and ownership of some Maori artefact are regulated
Objects over 50 years old that also have Maori cultural significance must be inspected by Ministry for Culture & Heritage, and if significant the object will be allocated a "Y" number, a unique identification number. Artefacts that have a Y number can only be purchased by those that are registered collectors with the Ministry for Culture and Heritage.

These collectors have a ‘registered number’. Y numbered artefacts cannot leave the country without written permission from the Ministry for Culture & Heritage. Those who are not registered collectors, and usually reside in New Zealand, can apply to the Ministry for Culture and Heritage to become one.

There are no restrictions on the purchase of Maori items that have no Y number or Pacific Island or other artefacts from around the world.

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An unusual Maori folk art carved swordfish bill fitted to a…
Maori Swordfish Bill Carved with Manaia and Paua Eyes

An unusual Maori folk art carved swordfish bill fitted to a wooden hilt as a 'sword', the bill carved in low relief with a manaia with inset paua eyes, whorl and notch patterns, the hilt butt knob carved as a profile manaia head, length 70.87 in.

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A 19th/20th century Maori carved female figured post ex.…
Maori Female Figure Post with Hei Tiki and Patu

A 19th/20th century Maori carved female figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village Rotorua her chin with moko traces, a cloak with remains of diamond patterning in red, white and black paint and taniko detail wrapped around her shoulders, a large green painted

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A 19th/20th century Maori carved female figured post ex.…
Maori Female Carved Post with Hei Tiki Necklace

A 19th/20th century Maori carved female figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village the female figure with chin moko, a cloak with remains of white paint and taniko detail wrapped around her shoulders, a large green painted hei tiki hangs around her neck, a pat

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An old 19th/20th century Maori carved male figured post ex.…
Maori Male Carved Post with Red Paint Finish

An old 19th/20th century Maori carved male figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village later red paint finish with hands clasped to abdomen, small loss to left shoulder. Rising from a square section unpainted post with diamond notched rail space, the base worn,

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An old 19th/20th century Maori carved stylised figured post ex.…
Maori Stylised Figure Post from Whakarewarewa Village

An old 19th/20th century Maori carved stylised figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village the red painted male figure with carved head, arms and legs, a large green painted patu to the right hand. Rising from a square section unpainted post with diamond notche

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A Maori carved walking stick carved with incipient masks inset…
Maori Walking Stick with Mask and Paua Eyes

A Maori carved walking stick carved with incipient masks inset with paua eyes, below a notch carved finial, the shaft carved with notch patterns, length 36.81 in.

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A c.1900/early 20th century Maori carved kotiate, the blades…
Maori Kotiate with Carved Head and Scroll Detail

A c.1900/early 20th century Maori carved kotiate, the blades with restrained lineal scroll and notch carved detail, one bottom lobe absent, presumably an original carving accident as original patina is intact, carved stylised head to the butt with power in

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A Maori carved figure, in the manner of a poutokomanawa,…
Maori Poutokomanawa Carved Figure

A Maori carved figure, in the manner of a poutokomanawa, modelled standing male with moko, hair bundled as a topknot, upper body and limbs caved with notched spirals, on octagonal base, height 19.29 in. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs,…

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A vintage Maori carved walking stick, with wheku heads carved…
Maori Walking Stick with Wheku Heads and Wrythen Carving

A vintage Maori carved walking stick, with wheku heads carved to the handle, the shaft with wrythen twist carving. Old insect damage, length 35.83 in. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, [Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts, Private…

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A mid-20th century Maori carved wahaika, with traditional…
Maori Wahaika Carving with Stylised Figure

A mid-20th century Maori carved wahaika, with traditional stylised figure under the lobed blade, a fibre wrist cord attached. Length 16.54 in.

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Two 20th century Maori carved digging sticks, hardwood with…
Maori Carved Digging Sticks with Footrests

Two 20th century Maori carved digging sticks, hardwood with adzed finish, both with fibre lashed footrests. Approximate lengths 82.68 in.

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A 19th century Maori carved kumete, the figure supported bowl…
19th Century Maori Carved Kumete

A 19th century Maori carved kumete, the figure supported bowl of oval form with flat rim, the front figure with clasped hands and extended tongue, finely carved, the larger figure to the other end of larger form, arms extended back towards the rim, the scr

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A historic Maori carved patu, with uncommon notch cut to blade.…
Waitangi Embossed Patu with Rare Notch, 1840

A historic Maori carved patu, with uncommon notch cut to blade. Embossed Waitangi 1840 to handle. Length 15.16 in. Framed with note of provenance. 'This mere is made from Australian Red Gum brought to Waitangi in May 1853 for Mr James Busby who was…

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A Maori folk art carved frame for a mantel clock, with a koruru…
Maori Mantel Clock Frame with Koruru and Fish Carvings

A Maori folk art carved frame for a mantel clock, with a koruru head flanked by fish, above linked pairs of dolphin tails, width 18.50 in. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, (Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts, Private & Museum…

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A Maori folk art carved frame, with koruru and profile wheku…
Maori Carved Frame with Koruru and Wheku Heads

A Maori folk art carved frame, with koruru and profile wheku heads flanking a small cavity, width 18.11 in. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, (Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts, Private & Museum Supplies Specialist)

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A vintage Maori carved swagger stick, inlaid with paua shell,…
Maori Paua Shell Inlaid Swagger Stick, 66cm

A vintage Maori carved swagger stick, inlaid with paua shell, length 25.98 in.

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A decoratively carved Maori hoe (paddle), the lanceolate shaped…
Carved Maori Paddle with Inlaid Paua Piece

A decoratively carved Maori hoe (paddle), the lanceolate shaped blade decorated with rauponga and other lineal and notch carvings to one blade face along with a small inlaid paua piece. The shaft with similar carving to a section, the terminal knob carved

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A 19th century Maori carved whalebone wahaika, the traditional…
Maori Whalebone Wahaika with Stylised Figure and Weku Head

A 19th century Maori carved whalebone wahaika, the traditional double lobed spatulate blade with full stylised figure to the back, weku head to the butt, square cut lashing hole, of good weight, length 13.58 in. Provenance: this item has resided in the one

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A pre 19th century carved Maori wooden Tauihu (fishing canoe…
Maori Tauihu: Ancient Wooden Fishing Canoe Prow

A pre 19th century carved Maori wooden Tauihu (fishing canoe prow). Of archaic form with prominent mouth, small eyes and 'Stepped' head. Large rectangular lashing holes. Length 18.90 in.

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A late 19th century / early 20th century Maori carved tokotoko…
Maori Tokotoko Walking Stick with Weku Mask Carving

A late 19th century / early 20th century Maori carved tokotoko (walking stick). Large carved weku mask below handle. Length 31.89 in.

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An early 20th century Maori carved kumete (food bowl). Both…
Maori Kumete with Figure Supports

An early 20th century Maori carved kumete (food bowl). Both ends supported by figures, the more deeply carved figure in a rear perspective with legs outstretched towards the rim. The opposite shallow carved figure with arms clasping extended tongue. Length

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A pre 19th century Maori carved Ipu (Spouted bowl). This rare…
Maori Ipu with Haka Figure

A pre 19th century Maori carved Ipu (Spouted bowl). This rare form of kumete was possibly used to pour preserving bird fat into gourds. The figure to underside in haka pose with defined ribs and extended tongue. Length 15.35 in.

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A late 19th century / early 20th century carved Maori wooden…
Maori Wooden Pipe with Tattooed Face and Paua Eyes

A late 19th century / early 20th century carved Maori wooden pipe. The bowl with tattooed face to front with paua shell eyes. The stem with fine geometric decoration. Length 5.12 in.

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19th century Maori carved wooden kotiate. The blade heavily…
Maori Kotiate with Whakarare Pattern and Weku Style Face

19th century Maori carved wooden kotiate. The blade heavily incised in a whakarare pattern with large weku style face to butt, paua shell eyes and square suspension hole. Length 14.17 in.

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An early 20th century Maori carved wahaika. Abstract figure to…
Maori Wahaika Carving

An early 20th century Maori carved wahaika. Abstract figure to shaft with three fingers to chest. Head missing and partial loss to blade. Extensive haehae and pakati decoration. Faint engraved inscription to handle. Length 15.75 in.

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A pre 19th century Maori carved wooden wahaika. Of relatively…
Maori Wahaika with Female Figure and Weku Mask

A pre 19th century Maori carved wooden wahaika. Of relatively thick form with full carved female figure to inside blade, weku type mask to butt. Hour glass form suspension hole. Length 16.93 in.

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A pre 19th century Maori carved wooden taiaha. Of unusually…
Long Maori Taiaha with Haehae and Paua Shell Eyes

A pre 19th century Maori carved wooden taiaha. Of unusually long length, haehae and pakati decoration to tongue, oval paua shell eyes to stylised mask. Squared base. Length 75.59 in.

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A 19th century Maori carved toki kakauroa (long handled…
Maori Carved Toki Kakauroa with Mortimer Trade Axe Head

A 19th century Maori carved toki kakauroa (long handled Hatchet). The trade axe head stamped 'Mortimer'. The shaft with two weku masks with red sealing wax eyes. Haehae and pakati decoration. Height 52.76 in.

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A 19th century Maori carved tewhatewha. Extensive haehae and…
Maori Carved Tewhatewha with Double Weku Masks

A 19th century Maori carved tewhatewha. Extensive haehae and pakati carving to blade, double weku masks to shaft with paua shell inset. Drilled suspension hole to blade. Height 47.24 in.

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A 19th century / early 20th century Maori carved wooden pare…
Maori Carved Wooden Pare with Manaia Figures

A 19th century / early 20th century Maori carved wooden pare (lintel). Large manaia figures to each end and pierced central figure with hands to each side of face. Haehae and pakati decoration. Paua shell inset eyes. Lashing holes to reverse, slots underne

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A pair of late 19th century / early 20th century carved Maori…
Carved Maori Supports with Geometric Patterns

A pair of late 19th century / early 20th century carved Maori supports of unknown architectural origin. All four sides of each support deeply carved with various recurring geometric patterns. Length 76.77 in., width approx 3.54 in. (ea)

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A pair of late 19th century / early 20th century carved Maori…
Maori Carved Door Frames with Geometric Notch Decoration

A pair of late 19th century / early 20th century carved Maori whakawae (door frames). Each deep relief figure with painted eyes and geometric notch decoration to the face, the body of stylised human form. The back support to both whakawae painted in a cont

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A pre 19th century Maori carved wooden tekoteko figure. The…
Maori Tekoteko Figure with High Relief Carving

A pre 19th century Maori carved wooden tekoteko figure. The carving of high relief with dark stain. Prominent weku features with hands to chest. Unusual horizontal slats between legs. Old illegible collection no. And a lot no. To reverse. Height 19.69 in.…

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19th century or late 18th century Maori carved figure (possibly…
Red-stained Maori Carved Figure with Geometric Spiral Design

19th century or late 18th century Maori carved figure (possibly a tekoteko). Red stained with faint traces of paint to eyes. Carved female moku to chin with both hands to stomach. Geometric spiral and notch carving to body. Height 24.02 in., width 7.87 in…

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An important 19th century or earlier Maori carved wooden…
Maori Tekoteko with Koruru Mask and Whakapapa Loops

An important 19th century or earlier Maori carved wooden tekoteko. The top figure with carved moku to face, one hand to stomach and the other to mouth (finger missing). Below is a weku style koruru mask, linked to the top figure through a series of pierced

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A rare Wharetana egg cup, traditional Maori motifs on a caramel…
Rare Wharetana Maori Egg Cup with Traditional Motifs

A rare Wharetana egg cup, traditional Maori motifs on a caramel ground with an apple green interior, number '1040' stamped to base, height 2.76 in.

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A Maori carved kauri wall plaque, circular, carved with a wheku…
Maori Kauri Wall Plaque with Wheku Head

A Maori carved kauri wall plaque, circular, carved with a wheku head framed by kowhaiwhai style border, diameter 11.42 in.

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An early/mid 20th century Maori carved walking stick, the…
Maori Carved Walking Stick with Arched Full Figure Handle

An early/mid 20th century Maori carved walking stick, the handle carved as an arched full figure, its hands going down the shaft above two reverse facing stylised figures and the dominant length of curvilinear and notch detail. The handle figure with prono

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An early 20th century Maori carved large mask, distressed red…
Distressed Maori Mask with Paua Shell Eyes

An early 20th century Maori carved large mask, distressed red paint finish, applied paua shell section eyes, the open mouth with extended tongue, height 30.12 in.

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A contemporary bronze cast traditional Maori small tekoteko,…
Bronze Maori Tekoteko with Paua Eyes

A contemporary bronze cast traditional Maori small tekoteko, the stylised tattooed figure with hands clasped to abdomen, paua inset eyes. Height 13.98 in.

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A 1920s carved Maori model waka, the exterior profusely carved,…
1920s Carved Maori Model Waka

A 1920s carved Maori model waka, the exterior profusely carved, possibly by an apprentice. Length 17.72 in.

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An early 20th century Maori carved figural vesta holder, the…
Maori Figural Vesta Holder

An early 20th century Maori carved figural vesta holder, the stylised figure with all-over carving, paua disc inset eyes, lead weighted base, the back with slot to hold striker material. Height 3.46 in.

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A pair of Maori carved architectural panels (Maihi), carved…
Maori Carved Architectural Panels with Manaia Figures

A pair of Maori carved architectural panels (Maihi), carved panels painted red. The apex ends feature three manaia figures with a band of takarangi (scroll designs) interspersed with manaia faces underneath. Plain uncarved section at midpoint. The projecti

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A mid/late-20th century quality Maori carved stylised figure,…
Maori Carved Stylised Figure with Blue Tattoo Decoration

A mid/late-20th century quality Maori carved stylised figure, the fine incised tattoo type decoration highlighted with blue, hands clasped to front, genitals evident. Rotorua school, height 23.82 in.

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Vintage Maori patu hand club. Finely carved with deep scroll…
Vintage Maori Patu Hand Club with Intricate Carvings

Vintage Maori patu hand club. Finely carved with deep scroll designs and the butt with ancestor figure and inlaid paua shell eyes, length 12.20 in.

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Iotua Charlie Tuarau, Maori carved wooden panel, signed, dated…
Maori Carved Wooden Panel by Iotua Charlie Tuarau

Iotua Charlie Tuarau, Maori carved wooden panel, signed, dated and inscribed 'I. C. Tuarau, Maori carver, Dominion Museum, Wellington, NZ, 1963' verso, rectangular carving with rounded edges, painted red. From proper left to proper right: two manaia figure

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A small pair of old New Zealand carved wood Maori Folk Art…
Antique Maori Bellows, 35cm Length

A small pair of old New Zealand carved wood Maori Folk Art bellows, length 13.78 in.

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An old Maori carved wooden taiaha, the top traditionally carved…
Maori Carved Taiaha with Paua Inset Eyes

An old Maori carved wooden taiaha, the top traditionally carved with stylised head and protruding tongue with scrolling design, paua inset eyes, length 54.92 in.

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An old Maori carved waka stern post, finely detailed with…
Maori Carved Waka Stern Post with Spiral Notch Design

An old Maori carved waka stern post, finely detailed with traditional concentric spiral and notch carving, a recumbent figure to the base, the black finish showing some destress. Height 30.12 in.

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Two carved Maori gourds, traditional motifs, one painted, the…
Maori Carved Gourds with Traditional Motifs

Two carved Maori gourds, traditional motifs, one painted, the other unpainted and incompletely carved. Heights 230 and 11.02 in.

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Two Maori carved pou pou panels, early-20th century, high…
Maori Pou Pou Panels with Inlaid Paua Shell Eyes

Two Maori carved pou pou panels, early-20th century, high relief carving with inlaid paua shell eyes, height 36.61 in., width 10.63 in., depth 2.36 in., (each)

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An early 20th century Maori carved folk art warrior, in…
Maori Warrior Carving with Taiaha

An early 20th century Maori carved folk art warrior, in confronting semi-kneeling stance with taiaha poised, tongue extended and eyes wide, original dark red/brown staining with black, white and red painted highlights, raised upon a rectangular carved bloc

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A 19th century or earlier Maori carved whale bone heru (comb),…
Damaged Maori Whale Bone Comb

A 19th century or earlier Maori carved whale bone heru (comb), extensively damaged. Registered Y20375.

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An early/mid-20th century Maori carved sculpture 'Haeremai, the…
Maori Carved Head with Spirals and Paua Eyes

An early/mid-20th century Maori carved sculpture 'Haeremai, the stylised head with entwined spirals and lineal notch carved detail, paua inset disc eyes and extended tongue, 'Haeremai', detailed to the base. Height 15.35 in.

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A mid-20th century Maori figural cast concrete post, the…
Maori Concrete Post with Figural Design

A mid-20th century Maori figural cast concrete post, the stylised figure with tongue extended, patu to left hand, on block base with Maori 'carved' detail, most original red paint finish remains. Height 26.77 in., on later steel shaft and circular stand.

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An early 20th century Maori carved figure supported bowl, the…
Maori Carved Figure Bowl with Supporting Handles

An early 20th century Maori carved figure supported bowl, the domed lid and spherical body with fine curvilinear and notched carved all-over detail, the two stylised figures as supporting side handles, their feet to the flared base. good dark patina. Regis

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A sheath knife with Maori carved wooden handle, the handle…
Maori Carved Sheath Knife with Military Mark

A sheath knife with Maori carved wooden handle, the handle decorated with rauru spirals and koruru heads, the sheath stamped with a military broad arrow mark. Oral history provenances this to John Cuthbert Adams (1854-1932) previous Mayor of Tauranga and d

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An old Maori carved pounamu small mere, traditional tapered…
Maori Carved Pounamu Mere with Hour-Glass Hole

An old Maori carved pounamu small mere, traditional tapered spatulate blade, the rounded butt with three incised curved bands, drilled hour-glass suspension hole. The bowenite of variable tone with some near clear pale green inclusions. Length 7.68 in. Pro

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A pre-European Maori carved pounamu chisel, broken in two, the…
Maori Pounamu Chisel with Lapidiary Grooves

A pre-European Maori carved pounamu chisel, broken in two, the drill suspension hole broken and top section missing, semi-cylindrical form, longitudinal polished lapidary grooves evident, the blunt blade end with angled bevel. Broken in two and re-glued. L

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An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) fine and long kuru…
Maori Carved Pounamu Kuru Pendant

An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) fine and long kuru pendant, finely tapering to a point, narrow tapered suspension hole, semi-translucent with a silvery green vein running its length. Length 5.71 in., width 0.39 in. Provenance: The Flower Family…

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An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) long kuru pendant, oval…
Maori Pounamu Long Kuru Pendant

An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) long kuru pendant, oval cylinder form, both ends tapered, wide tapered suspension hole. Length 6.22 in., width 0.55 in. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.

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An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) kuru pendant, flattened…
Maori Pounamu Kuru Pendant from Flower Family Collection

An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) kuru pendant, flattened oval cylinder type form, both ends tapered, single hour-glass drill suspension hole, the dark to mid-green tone with traditional silvery green flecked highlights. Length 6.06 in., width 1.02…

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A large pre-European Maori carved pounamu damaged hei tiki,…
Damaged Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Fire Discolouration

A large pre-European Maori carved pounamu damaged hei tiki, showing evidence of fire discolouration, pale to mid-grey tone with tan inclusions, head to left shoulder, hands to thighs, the legs snapped off and absent. Note: An early 20th century note accomp

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A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, the top of the…
Pre-European Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki

A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, the top of the head with old pre-European scarf and snap cut, the body of mid to pale tone with semi-translucence, the head with evidence of being in a fire. Length 3.66 in., width 2.60 in. Note: it is…

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A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, of good…
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant

A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, of good proportions with traditional features of head turned to left shoulder and hands clasped to thighs, single tapered hourglass drilled suspension hole, medium to dark green tone with semi-translucent pale

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A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, with head turned…
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant

A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, with head turned to the right shoulder, hands clasped to thighs and with single tapered hourglass drilled suspension hole, the original being through the top of the head having broken through and then modified

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A good pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, of good deep…
Deep Profile Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki

A good pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, of good deep profile, traditional slightly tapered form, dark green tone. Note: the depth and elegant soft carved features of this hei tiki make it an outstanding example. Length 4.25 in., width 1.89 in.,…

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An uncommon pre-European Maori carved inunga pounamu hei tiki,…
Maori Inunga Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant

An uncommon pre-European Maori carved inunga pounamu hei tiki, good proportions and traditional form, chin to the left, hands to thighs, three tapered hourglass drilled and concealed suspension holes to the back top of head, one broken through, natural dar

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A large and impressive pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei…
Impressive Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Provenance

A large and impressive pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, traditional mildly tapered form with chin to left shoulder, hands to thighs and single notch and tapered hourglass drilled and concealed suspension hole to top of head, good dark tone with

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A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, traditional form…
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant

A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, traditional form with head to left shoulder, hands to thighs, concealed notch and hourglass cut suspension hole broken through, pale to mid-green/grey tone with pale tan and dark included highlights. Length 9.8

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Vintage Maori handpainted tobacco jar wood jar, with pokerwork…
Maori Handpainted Tobacco Jar with Man Figure Decoration

Vintage Maori handpainted tobacco jar wood jar, with pokerwork title 'Tobacco' to lid, hand painted Maori man figure decoration. Height 4.53 in.

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A Maori carved walking stick, the finial as a clenched fist,…
Maori Carved Walking Stick with Tiki Figures and Lizards

A Maori carved walking stick, the finial as a clenched fist, the entire shaft carved with tiki figures, lizards, kowhaiwhai scrolls, etc. in low relief. Length 37.80 in.

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A late 19th century Maori carved tokotoko (orator's stick)…
19th Century Maori Orator's Stick by Tene Waitere

A late 19th century Maori carved tokotoko (orator's stick) attributed to Tene Waitere (1854-1931), with three figures carved to the shaft, paua eyes absent, fine lineal and notch decoration to the majority of its length. Length 35.83 in. Note: Similar…

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An early 20th century Maori carved desk stand, stylised mask…
Maori Carved Desk Stand with Paua Shell and Inkwells

An early 20th century Maori carved desk stand, stylised mask and other designs with paua shell disc inserts, the glass inkwells with red and black tops, grooved pen receptacles. Reg. Y18153. 12.99 in. x 9.06 in. x 2.95 in.

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An early 20th century finely carved Maori pipe bowl end, carved…
Carved Maori Pipe Bowl End

An early 20th century finely carved Maori pipe bowl end, carved with a stylised figure to the front, spiral and notch detail to the sides, a mask to the bowl back. Length overall 3.23 in. Being assessed for registration

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A N.Z. greenstone 20th century Maori carved mere, traditional…
Maori Greenstone Carved Mere with Suspension Hole

A N.Z. greenstone 20th century Maori carved mere, traditional spatulate form, wide drilled suspension hole, two ridges to the butt end. Not registered. Length 10.94 in.

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An early/mid-20th century N.Z. Maori folk-art carved standing…
Maori Carved Standing Ashtray with Paua Shell Inset

An early/mid-20th century N.Z. Maori folk-art carved standing ashtray, the block form top with Maori carved masks to the ends, a full paua shell inset to the top with further paua shell highlights, the column stand as cotton reel turnings with Maori carved

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An old Maori carved patu paraoa, traditional spatulate blade,…
Maori Carved Patu Paraoa

An old Maori carved patu paraoa, traditional spatulate blade, waisted grip and ridging to the butt, circular hour-glass tapered suspension hole. Length 11.89 in.

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An old Maori carved handled wool bale/stevedore's hook, the…
Maori Carved Wool Bale Hook with Mask Handle

An old Maori carved handled wool bale/stevedore's hook, the mildly swollen cylindrical handle partly carved with a stylised Maori mask, paua inset eyes, zig-zag band to either end, original steel hook. The handle with incised carver's/owner's mark 'F'. Len

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Two carved Maori gourds, traditional motifs, one painted, the…
Maori Gourd Carvings: Painted and Unpainted

Two carved Maori gourds, traditional motifs, one painted, the other unpainted and incompletely carved. Heights 9.06 in. and 11.02 in.

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A large carved Maori gourd, traditional motifs to one side and…
Maori Gourd with Traditional Carvings

A large carved Maori gourd, traditional motifs to one side and a hole to upper back section. Height 17.32 in.

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A large Maori carved wheku mask, with paua ring eyes, open…
Maori Wheku Mask with Paua Eyes and Bifurcated Tongue

A large Maori carved wheku mask, with paua ring eyes, open mouth with protruding bifurcated tongue, the arched brow surmounted by two profile wheku heads. Rotorua area c.1950s. Height 29.53 in.

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A 20th century carved Maori panel, in high relief with a tiki…
Maori High Relief Panel with Tiki and Taniwha

A 20th century carved Maori panel, in high relief with a tiki figure standing above a taniwha, the tiki with inlaid paua eyes, the taniwha with greenstone eye. Height 35.04 in.

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An old Maori carved poutokomanawa figure, standing with hands…
Weathered Maori Poutokomanawa Figure

An old Maori carved poutokomanawa figure, standing with hands clasped to abdomen, age weathering evident. Height 31.30 in.

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A Maori carved stylised canoe prow, the figural form with…
Maori Canoe Prow Sculpture

A Maori carved stylised canoe prow, the figural form with curving tongue and multiple other entwined scrolls and figures. Length 50.00 in.

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A historic Tainui vintage Maori painted silk 'Prince of the…
Tainui Maori Crest Silk Painting, 1912

A historic Tainui vintage Maori painted silk 'Prince of the Waikato', the central architectural form in Maori designs framing a Maori crest entitled to the base 'Te-Paki-O-Matariki', with other significant emblems, date 1912 and five further small windows

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A Maori carved panel, carved as two masks, a wheku head above a…
Maori Carved Panel with Wheku and Koruru Masks

A Maori carved panel, carved as two masks, a wheku head above a koruru head, both with paua inlaid ring eyes. Rotorua area c.1950s. Height 29.72 in.

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A Maori carved whale tooth pendant, resembling a rei puta,…
Maori Whale Tooth Pendant with Notch and Whirl Designs

A Maori carved whale tooth pendant, resembling a rei puta, carved with notch and whirl designs above a mask terminal. Length 3.15 in.

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A contemporary Maori carved whale bone breast pendant,…
Maori Whale Bone Breast Pendant with Masks and Spirals

A contemporary Maori carved whale bone breast pendant, resembling a rei puta, carved and pierced with spiral and masks. Length 10.63 in.

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A naïve folk art carved Maori wahaika, in the manner of Capt.…
Maori Wahaika with Tiki Heads and Koruru Butt

A naïve folk art carved Maori wahaika, in the manner of Capt. Gilbert Small, the blade with tiki heads and figure, the butt as a koruru head with paua eyes. Length 17.32 in.

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A 19th century Maori carved stylised mask, notch, linial and…
Maori Geothermal Mask with Notch and Scrolling Detail

A 19th century Maori carved stylised mask, notch, linial and scrolling detail, the open mouth with white painted teeth to the top, open section below, the mouth reputedly as a geothermal water spout cover, old red paint, crack evident. 11.02 in. x 2.56 in…

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A vintage Maori carved walking stick, the handle as a clenched…
Maori Carved Walking Stick with Fist Handle

A vintage Maori carved walking stick, the handle as a clenched fist, the shaft entirely carved with stylised figures, lizard (tuatara) form, scrolling designs, etc., dark brown stain finish. Length 37.99 in.

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A mid-20th century large Maori carved poutokomanawa type figure,…
Maori Poutokomanawa Figure with Kumete and Paua Inserts

A mid-20th century large Maori carved poutokomanawa type figure, the stylised standing male figure with small 'kumete' supported to his front, an open top with cavity, black stained moko detail, paua inserts. Height 19.29 in. Vendor's Provenance: Ex. a…

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A pair of large mid-20th century Maori carved panels, stylised…
Maori Carved Panels with Paua Shell Inserts

A pair of large mid-20th century Maori carved panels, stylised figures, one with a fish to his mouth holding two paua shells, the other holding his forked tongue, deep relief. Dominant red paint with black highlights and further paua shell inserts to eyes.

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A pair of mid-20th century large Maori carved figured panels,…
Mid-20th Century Maori Carved Figure Panels

A pair of mid-20th century large Maori carved figured panels, the man with lineal scrolls with notched detail, full moko and three Huia feathers to his hair, supported on a part-stylised mask, the stylised woman in similar form holding two carved gourds, d

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A carved Maori panel with paua shell inlay, monogrammed on the…
Maori Panel with Paua Shell Inlay and Monogram

A carved Maori panel with paua shell inlay, monogrammed on the back 'T.W.' circa 1900, 11.02 in. x 56.30 in.

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An early 20th century Maori carved walking stick, the wide…
Maori Carved Walking Stick, Early 20th Century

An early 20th century Maori carved walking stick, the wide tapered cylindrical shaft with five bands of lineal and notched carved detail, ebonised finish, showing some signs of age. Length 36.02 in.

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A 20th century finely carved Maori stylised figure, protruding…
Maori Stylised Figure with Paua Shell Eyes

A 20th century finely carved Maori stylised figure, protruding forehead, serrated inlaid paua shell eyes, tongue extended, three finger hands clasped to abdomen, well defined linial and notch carving, signs of wear. Height 17.91 in., supported upon a…

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A 19th century Maori carved tokotoko (walking stick),…
19th Century Maori Carved Tokotoko Walking Stick

A 19th century Maori carved tokotoko (walking stick), attributed to Tene Waitere (1854-1931), four stylised carved and pierced figures, to majority of shaft, paua inset eyes, fine linial and notch highlights, the handle as a stylised albatross head, plain

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A good 19th century large Maori carved pipe bowl, finely carved…
Large 19th Century Maori Carved Pipe Bowl

A good 19th century large Maori carved pipe bowl, finely carved in good deep relief with a stylised full male figure to the front and base, tongue extended, genitals present, a further conforming stylised mask to each side, good dark original patina. Diame

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