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Finely Carved Hoe, masterfully carved for use by high ranking…
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Finely Carved Hoe, masterfully carved for use by high ranking person. Orthodox leaf shaped blade offers six complex manaia decorated with rauponga and paua eyes throughout non leading surface of paddle. Shoulder terminates with split tongue Tiki. Reverse slide of blade (the working surface) is finished in low relief kowhaiwhai to enhance the smooth entry exist of the blade while maximize the fiction and pull of the blade. The neck of the handle also offers low relief koru to enhance the grip and comfort of the paddler while also indicating high rank. Non ceremonial. Warm dark patina. Length 140 cm, width 13.5 cm
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