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Lot 109

A MAORI TURUTURU (WEAVING PEG)
LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY

The conical instrument of carved wood, with a rounded terminal, heavily decorated and pierced.
46.5cm long

Estimate $3,000 - $5,000

Sold for $195,000

Good overall condition with some wear/losses noticeable to and around the tip of the peg, consistent with age and use.


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8405
2:00pm - 24 May 2021
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141

VIEWING
Viewing:
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 May, 10am-4pm

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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