An incredible Mere crafted from an outstanding bright piece of Marsden Flower Pounamu. The stunning range of colour in this epic carving is remarkable and the eyelet of Paua shows the skill of a master carver really shines through, it truly makes this piece extraordinary and a definite collector’s item. Wonderfully displayed on a handmade Rimu wood base. This will be a treasured taonga for many generations.
Mere
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, usually made from greenstone. The Mere signifies high status and gives the owner courage and strength.
Marsden Putiputi (Flower)
Pounamu from the Marsden, West Coast area. The centre of this stone is a highly translucent, light-ish green shade, free from dark spots and other flaws. One of the rarest varieties, held in high esteem by the Māori. The most prized Greenstone in New Zealand is Flower Jade, Greenstone with pale green or ochre clouds of colour. This distinctive patterning and colouring come from the outside rim or 'rind' of the greenstone boulders or stones where the surface has oxidised.
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 Reagan Willis-Bregmen
Mere Size 330mm long x 102mm wide x 16mm 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.
