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Spear, Eel, Matarau

Complete matarau (eel spear). Both ends of the shaft taper to a point. The matarau has seven tines, three each side of the shaft point. The two exterior tines extend approximately 25cm to reach the shaft, where the shaft has been notched to hold them. The proper right exterior tine has been notched six times near the base of the tine.

Provenance Place:
Canterbury, New Zealand

D45.1462

Details

Provenance Place
Canterbury, New Zealand
Cultural Group
Kāi Tahu, Māori, Polynesian, Pacific
Measurements
850mm (33 7/16")
Media/Materials
wood, vegetal, organic, fibre
Credit Line
General Trading Co., Fels Fund
Rights
All rights reserved
Department
Taoka Maori
Accession Number
D45.1462
On Display
No

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