Maori Style Wood Container, New Zealand, together with a handwritten letter by Harry G. Beasley (1881-1939)
Two labels on bottom of lid, the first printed "Beasley Collection." and inscribed "N.Z. Tinderbox. No 1189", the second printed "Mathias Komor Works Of Art New York" and inscribed "H690". Together with a letter by Beasley, including drawings. Contains Vesi (instia bejuga) wood and Paua Abalone (haliotis iris) shell.
vesi wood, puau abalone shell
Length: 5 3/8 in (13.7 cm)
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Saleroom Notice
Reportedly "brought from N.[ew] Z.[ealand] [in] 1894"
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