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Club (Taiaha), mid 19th Century Māori culture; New Zealand, Polynesia Wood, fabric and paua s…
Club (Taiaha)
Club (Taiaha), mid 19th Century Māori culture; New Zealand, Polynesia Wood, fabric and paua s…
Club (Taiaha), mid 19th Century Māori culture; New Zealand, Polynesia Wood, fabric and paua shell; 55 1/8 × 1 7/8 × 1 1/2 in. 2012.14.1 Trude Jordan Fund Purchase

Club (Taiaha)

ClassificationsArms and Armor-clubs
Culture Māori
Datemid 19th Century
Made AtNew Zealand
MediumWood, fabric and paua shell
Dimensions55 1/8 × 1 7/8 × 1 1/2 in. (140 × 4.8 × 3.8 cm)
Credit LineTrude Jordan Fund Purchase
Object number2012.14.1
DescriptionStaff or club (taiaha) made of wood and paua shell with fabric wrapped around upper portion. The top of the piece is formed as a blade and features intricate carving, including what appears to be a face. The bottom of the piece is rounded.
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