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$1,968

Maori Carved Wood Fighting Staff, Taiaha, New Zealand, 19th century, the long shaft with Janus-head finial, the stylized protruding tongue with finely carved scroll design, with shell inlay in eyes, dark varnished patina, lg. 78 in. Estimate $2,000-3,000 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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2019-11-09

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