Matau (fish hook)

Object | Part of Taonga Māori collection

NameMatau (fish hook)

ProductionUnknown; craftsman; 19th century; New Zealand

Classificationfishhooks

Materialswood, bone, muka (fibre)

Techniquescarving, assembling

DimensionsOverall: 140mm (width), 210mm (length)

Registration NumberME000219/2

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