Lot #237 - A large format Maori portrait double sided photograph

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Auction House:Cordy's
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Sale Name:May 2016 Antique & Art Auction
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Sale Date:24 May 2016 ~ 9.30am ( Lots 1 - 573)
24 May 2016 ~ 5pm (Lots 580 - 1034) -
Lot #:237
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Lot Description:A large format Maori portrait double sided photograph
the gent in formal European dress with fine woven detail in Maori design including muka dyed tassel fringe, his cravat with supporting brooch bearing an image of an older British officer, he holds a taiaha adorned with dog fur, the reverse of a Maori woman wearing a woven muka hat and cloak with taniko patterned border, a large greenstone pendant to her neck. Oval form, approx. 500 x 350, in Edwardian faux painted oval frame. -
Estimate:NZ$300 - 300
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Realised Price:
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Category:Memorabilia
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.