This is a stunning Nakahi (Snake) is hand carved from Whale Bone and is beautifully carved on both sides. The mastery of this carver must be seen to be believed, stunning.
Bone
has always been a special medium for Māori artists, Whales are considered a taonga species, and represent abundance, richness and were regarded as chiefly animals. Some tribes see whales as the descendants of Tangaroa, the god of the ocean and stranding’s are seen as gifts from Tangaroa and carving them is a way of honouring that gift. Whales possess a tapu (sacred) significance to Māori as both supernatural beings and as harbingers of personal change and spiritual growth.
Genuine Whale bone - Ethically sourced from Kapiti Island.
Carved by Owen Mapp CNZM
Size 68mm long x 43mm wide x 11mm thick
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