An incredible Mere handcrafted from an outstanding piece of Kahurangi Pounamu. The incredible rarity of this type of Pounamu makes this epic carving even more remarkable, the skill of a master carver really shines through, truly an extraordinary collector's piece. This will be a treasured taonga for many generations. From Deane Moreton’s personal collection, sourced from the Marsden area on the west coast of the South Island and carved sometime in the 1980’s. Wonderfully displayed on a handmade Rimu wood base.
Mere
or Patu is a type of short, broad-bladed weapon in the shape of an enlarged tear drop. It was used to strike/jab an opponent in the body or the head. The Mere signifies high status and gives the owner courage and strength. It is the same design as a Patu, but the difference is a Patu is made of wood, stone, or whale bone whereas Meres are made of Greenstone Pounamu.
Kahurangi- Genuine West Coast Greenstone from the Marsden, West Coast area. Kahurangi is the rarest variety of pounamu. It is highly translucent and often comes in vivid shades of green. Small, feather-like markings in the stone can give a cloud effect – although to be classed as Kahurangi, this effect must not reduce the stone’s clarity. The word Kahurangi also indicates nobility and refers to precious jewels and held in high esteem by Māori.
A quality piece to be treasured and preserved for your children and children's children.
You will receive this exact Mere and stand as well as a wooden box for storage and shipping.
Hand Carved Jim O'Leary
Mere Size 405mm long x 101mm wide x 25mm thick
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 device screen resolutions that you are viewing from.
