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Auction House:
Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
28-Mar-2012
Lot No.
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Description:
Significant collection of amateur field finds c.1920, five artefacts mounted on old card including 'The Milford' hook thought to be the second largest whale bone hook in existence. Offering a refined orthodox style each end terminates with utilitarian barb design. The form is accentuated by the fashioned detailing at the lower apex of the hook. The collection also offers two cloak pins a Pakahawai and another bone fishing hook. Old labels attached to early Craighead Diocesan School text book cover. 'The Milford Hook'. Length 21 cm. Pa kahawai. Length 10 cm. Pin. Length 12 cm. Pin. Length 13 cm. Bone hook. Length 4 cm.
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Category:
Unclassified