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Technique and Dimensions:
Wood, mother of pearl
Location:
C.D.A.494, Legato Cap.E.A. D'Albertis, 1932
Provenance:
Second half of 19th century
The wahaika is a distinct type of patu brought daily to the belt. Literally the term means: "fish mouth". The blows were made with the convex edge of the blade.
