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Hand Carved Totara Waka Taua (Maori War Canoe) w Intricate Spiral Carvings (Pitau) w Eighteen Paddles & Sweep

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Lot Details

L 1150 x H 540 x D 100mm The prow (ihu), stern-post (taurapa) and side panels of the canoe are beautifully carved Made from a Totara Post

Hand Carved Totara Waka Taua (Maori War Canoe) w Intricate Spiral Carvings (Pitau) w Eighteen Paddles & Sweep Image 1++
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