Maori Carved Box with Chatham Island Specimens

A circa 1970 Maori carved box, the hinged lid with stylised…
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A circa 1970 Maori carved box, the hinged lid with stylised mask, forked tongue, carved side panels. 21 cm x 14 cm x 6.5 cm. Containing various rock and shell specimens and label Chatham Island Moriori.

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