Stone-Tooled Inanga Pounamu Hei Tiki by Layton Robertson

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Stone-Tooled Inanga Pounamu Hei Tiki by Layton RobertsonHei tiki represent the form of the first human and are a remembrance of tpuna (ancestors) that guide us forward. They are a prestigious gift and can be seen as ornaments of honour and status. This exquisitely hand tooled hei tiki was carved by Layton Robertson and measures approximately 70 x 45 mm. It is bound with a 24 cm hand made, authentic muka cord at a fixed length which features an albatross bone toggle. Crafted using traditional methods and

are found throughout the forests of Aotearoa and represent the growth

It boasts very fine ornamental designs and is finished with an antique style natural onion based stain

is a binding of cord to prevent its natural tendency to fray or unravel

but for a single standard break we charge a $125 fee

It gets its name from the kawakawa leaf or pepper tree

This pikorua was carved by Peter Mitchell from beef bone

They are gifts of love and friendship and also epitomize the artistry and skill of the craftsman

New Zealand

Roger Chapman is a bone carver who creates fine sculptures in bone

a common binding for shields or breastplates

This hei matau was beautifully crafted by Allen Hartnett from translucent inanga pounamu

our professionals can take care of it for you