Teko Teko 708 Wood Carving

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$58.00
Freestanding Teko Teko Wood Carving with Paua Eyes inlay.  Teko Teko: These figures were freestanding figures that stood on top of carved meeting houses. Most of these figures had a stance that represented a position in a haka, or fighting stance, with a weapon.  The purpose of the teko teko...
$58.00

Freestanding Teko Teko Wood Carving with Paua Eyes inlay. 

Teko Teko: These figures were freestanding figures that stood on top of carved meeting houses. Most of these figures had a stance that represented a position in a haka, or fighting stance, with a weapon.  The purpose of the teko teko was to overlook the forecourt in front of a carved house and challenge any visitors to the tribe. If the visitors were deemed to be friendly teko teko would then offer protection.

Approx: 17cm tall.

Made in New Zealand

As each piece is individually carved there will be some minor variations in colour, size and detail.

Woodmasters:

Over the last 50 years Wood Masters Ltd has diversified from furniture making to producing high class wooden souvenirs and 21st keys here in Rotorua.  We have successfully combined Whakairo (the Art of Maori Carving) with fine European craftsmanship to represent New Zealand’s unique cultural heritage in our high quality work, using locally trained carvers with traditional techniques alongside other expert woodworkers with different technical skills.  Our concern for the environment and a sense of Kaitiakitanga (stewardship) guides us in the careful selection of renewable timbers and careful handling of waste products.


Please note:  This product is also being sold in our physical shop. As much as we try to keep stock up to date on our website, we may get it wrong. If we are out of stock we will either get it in for you or refund you. If you would like to check before purchasing that we have it available, please call us on 04-380 9689.

 

Teko Teko 708 Wood Carving
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