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Early Hei Tiki Pounamu, a stunning early example in orthodox…
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Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
8-Sep-2011
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Description:
Early Hei Tiki Pounamu, a stunning early example in orthodox stance with well defined facial featues, ribs and limbs. Large head tilting to the right. Well worn, hourglass-shaped suspension hole. Repair evident. Nephrite with a lustrous chatoyancy believed to have been sourced from the Dart River, Southland - a jade area now known as Te Koroka. Natural flaw stabilised. Height 10 cm. Width 5.3 cm.
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Category:
Unclassified