Manos Nathan Tunatahi, fired terracotta vase form with splayed handle-like detailing. Maker's signature and work title inscribed to base. Manos Nathan (1948 - 2015) was born in Rawene, and has Greek and Maori heritage. He remains a leading figure in the development of the Maori ceramics movement, and was instrumental in founding Nga Kaihanga Uku and Te Atinga, height 25 cm, width 48.5 cm, depth 24 cm