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A large Māori pre-European toki (adze) together with a wooden haft,

Estimate $300 - $600

Realised: $620 plus premium

Lot Details

the stone tapered toki broken and glued. L.275mm. The carved wooden curved shaft haft with lashing groove to the broad head. L.805mm. Vendor's provenance: 'Was gifted by local Māori in the area of Marsden cross'. Registered Y22040.

A large Māori pre-European toki (adze) together with a wooden haft, Image 1++
A large Māori pre-European toki (adze) together with a wooden haft, Image 1++