NZ Serpentine TIKI Sculpture (BH304)
Nice coloured Serpentine from the Arahura River was used in this one of a kind sculpture carved and signed by Peter Tauwhare.
TIKI is the title of this piece. Base is made from recycled wood from the Lyttleton Wharf and houses a small tekoteko carving.
Peter Tauwhare’s whakapapa traces back to the Arahura river where he sources much of his stone to work with in his small studio not far away.
Using only the most rudimentary tools he applies his craft with a heartfelt karakia to his Ancestors to guide his hand before he starts to breathe life into his creations. Incredibly talented Carver with a unique style of seeing what lies beneath the surface of the stone brings this out in an almost Neolithic style that would be hard to match.
I always feel I am looking at something ancient and other worldly when I am holding a piece of his art.
Will make a wonderful show piece for the office or home.
Measurements:
Measurements Stone: 54cm (h) x 36cm (w)
Measurements Table: 41cm (w) x 35cm (d) x 97cm (h)
Full Height 154cm
This will be the exact piece you will receive in the photos, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or mobile phone screen resolutions that you are viewing from.
BEHIND TiKI
Hei Tiki is a symbol of fertility and good luck. It is also said to bring the wearer strength of character, allowing one to be loyal, clear-headed and perceptive. The Tiki will often be depicted with its tongue poking our for protection.
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Hear from our happy customers
Amazing Pounamu handcarved greenstone pendants and whale bone handcarved manaiaTikis for protection and are sacred came from Christchurch to Auckland through customs to Sydney beautifully wrapped treasures thank you.
I was blown away by the service, quality and affordability. Louise was very helpful and accommodating and Dean is a great carver, clearly plenty of skill and pride goes into his work. Would highly recommend!
