Clamshell, painted 'Matua'
human history
The clamshell is a folk art artefact that depicts the MV Matua sailing in Samoa. The British colonial era Samoan flag on the right side of the shell reflects the mid century period in which the painting was done.
Accession number: 2018.83.1 Last Update: 30 Sept 2025
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2018.83.1
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13 Dec 2018
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2000.4537.69 (accession number)
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