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A Maori War Club, "taiaha"

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Item Details

Description

Stab, "taiaha"
Maori, Neuseeland
Ohne Sockel / without base
Holz, Muschel, Federn, Textil. H 100 cm.

Provenienz:
- Frederick North, Londres (1960-1962).
- Peter und Veena Schnell, Zürich.

CHF 1 000 / 2 000
EUR 860 / 1 720

Condition

The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation.

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