Wakahuia (treasure box)

Object | Part of Taonga Māori collection

NameWakahuia (treasure box)

ProductionUnknown; carver; 1820-1900; North Island

Classificationcontainers

Materialswood, pāua (abalone shell)

Techniquescarving

DimensionsOverall: 160mm (width), 435mm (length), 105mm (depth), 1351g (weight)

Registration NumberME000192

Credit linePurchased, date unknown

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