
Maori & Pacific Artefacts Found in:
This important figure supported bowl is the be offered in our Maori and Pacific artefact auction along with other historically significant pieces.
A rare and historically important Kumete by Patoromu Tamatea
Provenance: Gifted by the chiefs of the Te Arawa tribe to Robert Graham M.P in 1878 in acknowledgement for his work in settling peace over a land dispute between the chiefs Te Pokiha Taranui of Ngati Pikiao and Petera Te Pukuatua of Ngati Whakaue
$80,000-$120,000
Further entries invited: Phone Dunbar Sloane 021 473 998 or James Parkinson 0220288541
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Antique valuer Anthony Gallagher and art valuer Helena Walker will be in Nelson conducting auction appraisals for upcoming auctions on the week of 15th February.
To arrange an appointment please call 04 472 1367 or email helena@dunbarsloane.co.nz