JEWELLERY, DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS AUCTION Tuesday, 27 October 2026 / 10:00 am start

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A Māori old trolling lure (pa kahawai),

Estimate $500 - $1,000
Looking for a starting bid of $400 (0 bids)

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Lot Details

with traditional tapered formed wooden body highlighted to the internal surface with conforming paua panel, carved and lashed barb to the base, lashing to the top. Registered Y15798 L.105mm.

A Māori old trolling lure (pa kahawai), Image 1++
A Māori old trolling lure (pa kahawai), Image 1++
A Māori old trolling lure (pa kahawai), Image 1++
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