A Maori wood quarter staff, Taiaha

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A Maori wood quarter staff, Taiaha Of spatulate form, the finial carved with a janus head, carved eyes, the extended tongue carved with notched scrolls, 202cm. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A Maori wood quarter staff, Taiaha

Lot 0034

Estimate £600-£800

Sep 17, 2026, 6:33 AM EDT

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