ETHNOGRAPHIC ART AND ARTEFACTS
Friday, 14 - Monday, 24 March 2025
A rare and large old Māori carved paraoa (whalebone) hei tiki
Estimate $5,000 - $8,000
Realised: $3,000 plus premium
Lot Details
chin to left shoulder, red sealing wax to eyes, some brown and black paint or vanish remains overall. Carved to back 'Tawhiao'. L.156mm. Y.4394.
