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Patu Paraoa - whalebone master carver's mallet, extremely fine…
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Patu Paraoa - whalebone master carver's mallet, extremely fine and rare master carvers mallet made of whale jawbone. Beautifully balanced with concave strike surface. Soft shoulder lines narrow and terminate into masterfully carved and finely detailed manaia head. Highly resolved. Rich patina from age and use. Provenance: Jukes Barrett collection.19th century. Length 255 width 5.3 cm.
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Tribal: New Zealand Maori