Karetao

Description
Karetao, similar to a 'jumping Jack'. It depicts a Maori male figure. It has a long handle beneath the figure. The figure has a moko. The piece has two arms attached to the piece with twine. The piece has been stained a dark brown colour. It was probably made in the late 20th Century.
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Description
Karetao, similar to a 'jumping Jack'. It depicts a Maori male figure. It has a long handle beneath the figure. The figure has a moko. The piece has two arms attached to the piece with twine. The piece has been stained a dark brown colour. It was probably made in the late 20th Century.
Production date
Circa 1960-2000
Department
Taonga Māori
ID number
13524

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