A rare late 19th early 20th century Maori carved kauri figure supported inkwell fine detailed carving, one figure supported on the back of a kneeling figure, all on an oval base, the bowl with original glass inkwell and black stained finish, paua inset eyes, length 260, height 15.5 cm. Note: This Rotorua school carving has its origins based in the legend of Tamatekapua and Whakaturia stealing the bowl of Uenuku. Carver unknown.