An outstand Hei Matau (Hook) handcrafted from an exception piece of South Westland Greenstone and presented on a forged steel stand. The stunning colour and flecks in the greenstone are extraordinary and the "river" of Inanga stone that has been fused into the South Westland enhance the natural beauty of this carving. Such a wonderful example of the natural evolution of New Zealand Pounamu and it incredible qualities
Hei Matau (Fishhook) - Originally Māori have been fishermen. Their main food source was the sea, so a fishhook of high quality was an unbelievably valuable item to own. The hook became a symbol of prosperity, abundance, good health, power, authority and respect for the sea and its life in it.They also provide good luck and safety while travelling across water.
Genuine West Coast Inanga Greenstone from the Arahura River area, West Coast. A grey-green colour. It is either very translucent or quite opaque. Highly prized by the Māori and the desired material for making Mere and Patu.
Hand Carved by Ross Crump
Size
Sculpture - 118mm tall x 70mm wide
Stand - 68mm long x 70mm wide x 123mm high (including sculpture)
