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Fine 19th C. Maori Wood Bust Carving of Man w/ Moko

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Fine 19th C. Maori Wood Bust Carving of Man w/ Moko

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Oceania, New Zealand, Maori culture, ca. late 19th century to early 20th century CE. This is a fine hand carved portrait style bust of a Maori warrior or chieftain. The man is portrayed with an ornate moko tattoo across his face and neck, and one ear has an earring, perhaps to represent a prestigious stone ear ornament known as a kuru. The incised linear and scrolling markings are sharp and well defined, the facial expression is intense and stern - the eyes have drilled pupils that may have been inlaid with nacre or stones. Stylized faces of spirit guardians and more naturalist portraits of chieftains were often placed on building roofs, near entrances, or on poles to mark clan borders known as "rahui." Size: 2" W x 4.75" H (5.1 cm x 12.1 cm); 6.75" H (17.1 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection

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Condition

Minor surface abrasions and pressure fissures, otherwise intact and excellent. Great patina throughout. Mounted on custom acrylic stand.

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Fine 19th C. Maori Wood Bust Carving of Man w/ Moko

Name: Fine 19th C. Maori Wood Bust Carving of Man w/ Moko
SKU: 118712836
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

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