EXCEPTIONALLY FINE VINTAGE MAORI TEKOTEKO FIGURE

Presenting a magnificent vintage Maori TekoTeko ancestral figure masterfully hand carved by Hohepa (Joseph) in Rotorua.

This freestanding figure has been masterfully hand carved with exceptionally fine attention to detail from one solid piece of native timber. This powerful figure has a stylised human form detailed with large protruding tongue and inlaid paua shell eyes. The figure is beautifully decorated with finely carved traditional Maori designs.

This exceptional example displays a pleasing amount of age. The timber has developed a lovely mellow patina that only time can bring.

This figure has a beautiful energy and makes a magnificently powerful feature.

SIZE: This impressive piece stands approx 275mms tall, measures 85mms in width and 65mms in depth.

WEIGHT: This piece weighs 615 grams unpackaged.

CONDITION: This piece is presented in very good vintage condition with no major damage or repairs. This piece displays pleasing light signs of age including some minor superficial cracks to the top of the head which remain tight and stable, fading to the reverse and wear to the polished surface which beautifully enhance the charm and character of this authentically vintage example.

MARKS: This piece was acquired with its original hand written paper label reading "Carved in Rotorua bu "Hohepa (Joseph)".

• This exceptional example would make a fine addition to any Maori, Pacific Islands, Oceanic, Tribal art or Tiki collection!
• A stunning feature for any Tiki bar or tribal styled home
• An authentically vintage gift idea for any admirer of Maori culture