April 23, 2024
MAORI BONE CARVING GHOST NETSUKE STYLE HEI TIKI
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EXCEPTIONAL AND ONE OF A KIND MASTERPIECE MAORI HEI TIKI CARVING pendant by Mike Wilkinson, a Nga Puhi Maori master carver. Mike has carved his exceptional and atmospheric designs for many years and is known for the perfect finish and individual character of each of his carvings. All Mike's work is completely hand carved, sanded and finished by his own hands and each piece is one of a kind. Mike has studied Japanese netsuke and loves to combine traditional Maori designs and symbols with the perfect and exquisite detail and shape of netsuke. Carved with Mike's usual expertise, this tiki is highly atmospheric and reminiscent of the "ghost" netsuke. It is a miniature fine sculpture and can also be worn as a pendant with the cord passing through two tiny hidden holes at the top of the head. The Tiki is the first human being of the Maori people and symbolizes fertility and good fortune. This one is a warrior, protecting the wearer, with hidden warclub at the ready behind his back. It measures 2.1" long by 1.1" wide at the widest point and has a depth of 12mms. A rounded and three dimensional piece with tiny bright blue paua shell eyes. Please note that t are markings and shadings in natural bone - all Mike's bone carvings are properly prepared and have no bacteria or odor - bright white shiny bone is a feature of Asian mass made bone
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