Taiaha (staff weapon)

Object | Part of Taonga Māori collection

NameTaiaha (staff weapon)

ProductionUnknown; 1800 / 1850

Classificationtaiaha, edged weapons

Materialswood, dog hair, feather, pāua (abalone shell), bulrush

Materials Summarywood, dog hair, feather, paua shell, raupo

DimensionsOverall: 2060mm (length)

Registration NumberME024040

Credit linePurchased 2011

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