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Gigantic chiefly Hei tiki Pounamu, standing over 19 cm tall…
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Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
8-Sep-2011
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Description:
Gigantic chiefly Hei tiki Pounamu, standing over 19 cm tall this remarkable Hei tiki Pounamu offers a vertically set hour glassed suspension hole, the head balanced to the right is full of powerful and expressive detailing. Muscular shoulders support the head with elbows terminating onto the thighs, the elongated torso is well defined with muscular motifs dominating. Overall form worn and polished. Recently repatriated; this prestigious hei tiki pounamu left New Zealand circa 1895. Height 21 cm. Width 9.3 cm. Depth 1.7 cm.
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Category:
Tribal: New Zealand Maori