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A rare pre-European Māori impressive Moa-Hunter-period large pre-form adze,

Estimate $4,600 - $7,000
Realised: $5,500 plus premium

Lot Details

fine quality argillite with broad flakes all over. Duff type 1. Due to the extra-large size, it is possible that this was to be used for ceremonial purposes. Provenance: Found Nelson districtc.1950's. Note: The high-quality argillite suggests this example probably came from the Washpool quarry in the Matai Valley. Registered Y22664.

A rare pre-European Māori impressive Moa-Hunter-period large pre-form adze, Image 1++
A rare pre-European Māori impressive Moa-Hunter-period large pre-form adze, Image 1++
A rare pre-European Māori impressive Moa-Hunter-period large pre-form adze, Image 1++
A rare pre-European Māori impressive Moa-Hunter-period large pre-form adze, Image 1++
A rare pre-European Māori impressive Moa-Hunter-period large pre-form adze, Image 1++