Artifact Number:
 01435

Object:
Paddle, canoe
Hoe

Material:
 Plant (wood)

Dimensions:
 368x10.7x5.7 cm

Origin:
 North Island, New Zealand, Polynesia

Comments:
 Light colored wood (unknown) was used to make this very large steering paddle. There is carving over almost the entire piece. The blade has dark etching on it.



Collection Name: Eric Craig Collection

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