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Scoop net

Description:
Scoop net. This scoop net consists of a long cylindrical wooden shaft that forks out to create a Y shape between which a fishing scoop net of fauato (2-ply coconut sennit) is attached. This scoop net is quite heavy and requires both hands to manoeuvre. The wooden shaft is smooth in surface treatment.
Display date:
Made: Pre 1970; Acquired: Circa 1970
Location:
Tokelau Islands
Collections:
Auckland Museum Collections Online
Contributors:
Tasi Peato
Content partner:
Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira
Availability:
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