Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, with head turned to the right shoulder, hands clasped to thighs and with single tapered hourglass drilled suspension hole, the original being through the top of the head having broken through and then modified…
Deep Profile Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki
A good pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, of good deep profile, traditional slightly tapered form, dark green tone. Note: the depth and elegant soft carved features of this hei tiki make it an outstanding example. Length 10.8 cm, width 4.8 cm,…
Maori Inunga Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
An uncommon pre-European Maori carved inunga pounamu hei tiki, good proportions and traditional form, chin to the left, hands to thighs, three tapered hourglass drilled and concealed suspension holes to the back top of head, one broken through, natural…
Impressive Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Provenance
A large and impressive pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, traditional mildly tapered form with chin to left shoulder, hands to thighs and single notch and tapered hourglass drilled and concealed suspension hole to top of head, good dark tone with…
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, traditional form with head to left shoulder, hands to thighs, concealed notch and hourglass cut suspension hole broken through, pale to mid-green/grey tone with pale tan and dark included highlights. Length 9…
Pre-European Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A pre-European Maori pounamu hei tiki, traditional tapered form, head to left shoulder, hands to thighs, three early suspension holes all broken through, good mid-green tone. Length 7.7 cm, width 5.3 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Modern Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki - 11.1cm
A modern Maori pounamu hei tiki, the right hand to chest, left to thigh, good deep profile, dark green tone. Height 11.1 cm
Polished Pounamu River Boulder with Mountainous Form
A New Zealand pounamu (serpentine) cut and polished part river boulder, mountainous form with flat cut and polished vertical surface showing good medium tone with dark and pale inclusions. Approx. 25kgs. 25 cm x 26 cm x 38 cm
Polished Serpentine Boulder with Natural Inclusions
A New Zealand pounamu (serpentine) river worn boulder, polished and natural surfaces showing good medium dark tone with pale inclusions, roughly cube form. Approx. 28kgs. 34 cm x 23 cm x 21 cm
Carved Marsden Flower Pounamu Lotus Bowl by Richard Anderson
A quality carved Marsden Flower pounamu lotus flower bowl by Richard Anderson, the undulating rim of elegant sinuous form, raised ribs radiate from the central stem base, the dark tone with pale and orange tinged highlights. Carved from a river cobble.…
Marsden Flower Pounamu Vase by Glen Surgenor
A Marsden Flower pounamu (nephrite) vase by Glen Surgenor, the ovoid body with flared trumpet form rim, the dark green tone with pale and soft rust orange veined inclusions, signature, 'Hokitika New Zealand 91' to base. Height 9.3 cm. Note: Glen Surgenor…
Broken Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Concealed Suspension Hole
A pre-European Maori pounamu hei tiki, the left arm and leg broken and absent, chin to left shoulder, concealed suspension hole to back top of head. Good dark tone with pale flecked inclusions. Length 9.3 cm. Provenance: 'Ploughed up in the 1920s by…
Maori Pounamu Manaia Koropepe Pendant
An old Maori pounamu manaia koropepe, traditional spiralling form with stylised head, hourglass suspension hole, the pale toned greenstone with darker inclusions. Being assessed for registration. 4.8 cm x 4 cm
Maori Greenstone Carved Mere with Suspension Hole
A N.Z. greenstone 20th century Maori carved mere, traditional spatulate form, wide drilled suspension hole, two ridges to the butt end. Not registered. Length 27.8 cm
Large Maori Toki Pounamu with Scarf and Snap Ridging
An old Maori pounamu large toki, tapered form with evident scarf and snap ridging to the sides, good overall polish, dark nephrite with pale flake inclusions. Chipping to cutting edge. Length 26 cm
20th Century Maori Nephrite Hei Tiki Pendant
A 20th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, dark green nephrite, red sealing wax to eyes, tapered suspension hole. Not registered. Length 10.3 cm
Broken Maori Greenstone Fish Hook Pendant
An old Maori pounamu matau (greenstone fish hook), the top broken and absent at the suspension hole, semi translucent pale/mid green tone, appears to be stone tooled. Height 4.7 cm
Maori Pounamu Toki Adze - 7.4 cm Length
An old Maori pounamu small toki (adze), of good green tone and polish, pale flecked highlights, grooved to the top and with suspension hole, chipping to edge. Length 7.4 cm
Translucent Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A 19th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, translucent bowenite carved with rounded stomach and rudimentary features, traces of red sealing wax to eyes. Length 6.2 cm. Gold suspension ring fitted.
Maori Tewhatewha Club, 19th Century
A Maori club (Tewhatewha), New Zealand, 19th century, carved wood, 175 cm long
Paua-eyed Wahaika Hand Weapon with Mere Pounamu
Fine wahaika hand weapon, rounded blade finely carved with haehae and pataki surface decoration overall, two raised carved figures to either side of club, both with inlaid paua shell eyes, one holding mere pounamu also with carved manaia form sitting to…
Traditional Whalebone Club with Pierced Hole
Patu Paraora whalebone club, good example in traditional form with pierced hole to end for attachment.L.40.5 cm
18th Century Hei Tiki Pounamu Greenstone Pendant
Superb 18th century hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form, pointed chin with hour glass suspension hole, head tilted to left, right arm to chest and left arm to thigh (legs missing), height 10 cm
Early 19th Century Hei Tiki Pounamu Pendant
Rare early 19th century hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form (referred to as the 'Fire tiki'), three suspension holes to head (two worn through), head tilted to left, right arm to mouth, left arm to thigh, length 9 cm Provenance: Jacob…
Kuru Greenstone Ear Pendant - Flared Flat Form
Kuru pounamu greenstone ear pendant of flared flat form with pierced hole for suspension, length 9 cm
Large Greenstone Ear Pendant with Metal Ring, 11cm Length
Kuru pounamu large greenstone ear pendant of traditional form with pierced suspension hole, metal ring attached, length 11 cm
Greenstone Hei Tiki Pendant with Provenance
Hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form, head tilting to right with arms on thighs and pierced hole for suspension, length 8 cm Provenance: This hei tiki was the property of William page (died 1926) who managed 'Te Kopi' a sheep station in the…
Early Hei Tiki Pounamu Greenstone Pendant in Human Form
Early hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form, head tilting to right with arms on thighs and rounded chest, hourglass suspension hole, height 8.5 cm
Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant with Metal Clasp
Hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form, head inclined to right with arms on thighs, pierced hole for suspension with metal clasp attached, height 4 cm
19th Century Greenstone Human Pendant with Hooked Hole
Hei tiki pounamu 19th century or earlier greenstone pendant in human form, both arms to thighs with rounded stomach and hooked suspension hole, length 8.5 cm
Broken Tang Greenstone Adze with Groove Sides
Toki pounamu greenstone adze with groove sides, broken tang and fine blade, length 11 cm
Toki Pou Tangata with Pounamu and Simulated Nephrite Blades
Two toki-pou-tangata, one set with a pounamu blade, the other with a simulated nephrite blade, the shafts and heads decorated with overall incised designs. Height 46 cm
Paua-eyed Taiaha: Early Maori Club
Early New Zealand Maori taiaha club, carved head with paua shell eyes. Length 126 cm
Kokopu Pounamu Hei Tiki by Mike Higgs
A pounamu hei tiki by Mike Higgs, Kokopu variety, paua shell inlaid eyes. Height 10 cm
Maori Taiaha Club
A Maori club, 20th century, New Zealand, taiaha. Provenance: Private Collection Melbourne, length 157 cm
Maori Tewhatewha Club, 19th Century, Private Collection Melbourne
A Maori club, 19th century, New Zealand, tewhatewha / tewatewa. Provenance: Private Collection Melbourne, length 149 cm
Kawakawa Nephrite Pounamu: Polished Face, Marbled Flecks
Large floorstanding nephrite pounamu, Kawakawa variety with impressive polished face and marbled flecks, rear unpolished, cut to the base, height 54 cm, width 67 cm, depth 17 cm
Fine Carved Pounamu Weapon
Mere pounamu, a well-proportioned and finely carved weapon with a good weight and elegant form, a quality piece of pounamu. The blade of deep-green nephrite leads to a butt end with eight carved grooves and a pierced hole. Length 33 cm
Flowing Hair
New Zealand school greenstone (pounamu) sculpture. Bust of a woman with flowing hair. Signed to base 'Uri / Zuri' 2001, NZ. Height 19 cm
Maori Hand Club with Intricate Design
An early Maori hand club, with finely executed design to both sides, face on handle terminus, minor chips have been repaired, 19th or early 20th century, New Zealand, length 41.5 cm
Maori Childs Club with Shell Inlay
A Maori Childs Club (tiaha), New Zealand (early-mid 20th century), carved hardwood and shell inlay, 128 cm long
Mid-20th Century Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
An early/mid-20th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, open heart form mouth with chin to left shoulder, hands clasped to thighs, semi-translucent mid-dark green tone and in good polish. Not registered. Height 7.5 cm
Mid-20th Century Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
An early/mid-20th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, chin to the left shoulder, mid-green tone, tapered suspension hole. Not registered. Height 7.8 cm
Antique Maori Greenstone Adze with Semi-Polished Cortex
An old Maori greenstone adze (toki pounamu), wide tapered flat form, mildly curved bevel, no bevel chin, semi-polished remnant cortex. 6 cm x 9.5 cm x 1.5 cm.
Maori Stone Hand Club with Spatulate Blade
A Maori pre-European stone hand club (patu onewa), traditional spatulate blade with some chipping, narrowing to a reduced grip with three defined grooves to the butt end, hour-glass suspension hole, polished all over. Length 30.7 cm
Back-to-Back Pekapeka Pounamu Mythological Creatures
Fine Pekapeka pounamu of beautiful form and symmetry of back to back mythological creatures with well defined features, pierced back for attachment, length 3 cm, height 4.5 cm
Rare Koropepe Pounamu Adornment with Mythical Design
Koropepe pounamu very rare and early adornment, spiral shape which leads to koru form design at the end of the tail, representing a mythical bird or eel/fish form, extremely good example with well defined facial features, inset eyes, raised notch to beak,…
Orthodox Hei Tiki Pounamu Pendant - Early Example
Early hei tiki pounamu stunning early example in orthodox stance, well defined facial features, ribs and limbs with head tilting to the right and two pierced well worn hourglass shaped suspension holes, height 7.5 cm
Exquisite Mere Pounamu with Elegant Form
Mere pounamu an early well proportioned example with good weight and elegant form, the blade of mid-green translucent speckled stone leading to a slightly raised butt of simple form, length 32 cm
Important Hei Tiki Pounamu from Mrs. Maora Tamihana
Hei tiki pounamu large and important tiki, translucent stone with head tilting to the right, large dominant chest and arms resting to the top of the thighs, pierced hole for attachment, height 10.5 cm. Provenance: formerly owned by Mrs. Maora Tamihana of…
Translucent Kuru Pounamu Greenstone Torpedo, 19th Century
Kuru pounamu 19th century, translucent greenstone of flat elongated torpedo shape, length 16 cm
Flecked Greenstone Pendant with Hour Glass Hole
Mere pounamu contact period, flecked greenstone with hour glass suspension hole and worn ridges to butt, length 35 cm. Provenance: John Griffin collection, purchased Dunbar Sloane 1958
Quadrangular Pre-Contact Toki Pounamu
Large toki pounamu pre-contact period, quadrangular form with sharp edges, length 24 cm. Provenance: John Griffin collection
Toki Pounamu Group from Pre-Contact Period
Group of toki pounamu pre-contact period, of varying size, one formed as pendant with suspension hole, . Provenance: Neil Darroch collection
11cm Toki Pounamu Pair from Neil Darroch Collection
Two toki pounamu of varying stone types, both length 11 cm, . Provenance: Neil Darroch collection
Pre-contact toki pounamu pendant from Neil Darroch collection
Group of toki pounamu pre-contact period, one formed as a pendant with suspension hole, . Provenance: Neil Darroch collection
Pre-contact Toki Pounamu Axe - Neil Darroch Collection
Toki pounamu pre-contact period, ridges to under side, dark stone, length 14 cm. Provenance: Neil Darroch collection. Formerly purchased Dunbar Sloane 1988
Asymmetrical Hei Tiki Pounamu Pendant with Suspension Hole
Hei tiki pounamu contact period, asymmetrical form with right hand to chest and left hand to thigh, suspension hole flared on reverse, height 10 cm. Provenance: Neil Darroch collection, formerly purchased Dunbar Sloane 1988
Mottled Serpentinite Boulder: Half-Cut, 65kg, Green Tones
A large pounamu serpentinite boulder, oval form, cut in half, showing mid-green mottled tones with darker inclusions. Approx. 65 kilos. 60 cm x 33 cm x 25 cm
Polished Pounamu Serpentinite Boulder - 100kg
A large New Zealand pounamu river boulder, one face polished showing good dark green tone with mid-green inclusions, the serpentinite oval boulder of approx. 100 kilos. 65 cm x 48 cm x 25 cm
Polished Pounamu Boulder: Large Oval Serpentine Stone
A large New Zealand pounamu (serpentine) river worn boulder, of approximately oval form, the top section polished showing rich dark green tone. 66 x 56 x 26 cm, approx. 100kgs.
Large Maori Greenstone Mere with Concentric Ridges
A large modern quality Maori greenstone mere (mere pounamu), the large spatulate blade of good proportion, narrowing to a waisted grip, tapering suspension hole, four concentric ridges to the butt, the good mid/dark tone with pale and dark included…
River-worn Pounamu Boulder: Natural Circular Form, Pale Rind Exterior
A large pounamu river worn boulder, natural flattened circular form, pale rind exterior. Approx. 75kgs. 50 cm x 45 cm x 24 cm approx.
Contemporary Kawakawa Mere by Thomas Ratima
A quality contemporary mere Kawakawa by Thomas Ratima, of good size with elegant spatulate blade tapering to a fine edge, single tapered drilled suspension hole, four concave incised ridges to the tapered butt, good dark green tone. Length 38.5 cm. Note:…
Exceptional Museum-Quality Carved Pounamu Toki Poutangata by Gardiner
An exceptional museum-quality Lewis Gardiner carved pounamu toki poutangata, of large size, the oval section cylindrical handle with stylised bust carved end, the raised top with entwined pierced and carved stylised figures in a good dark green kahurangi…
Contemporary Inanga Maori Mere by Lewis Gardiner
A contemporary Inanga pounamu Maori mere by Lewis Tamihana Gardiner, the elegant wide spatulate blade narrowing to a fine edge, the reduced tapered grip with single suspension hole, five concave encircling tapered ridges to the butt, plaited muka cord.…
Maori Fighting Club with Intricate Carvings
Vintage finely carved New Zealand Maori fighting club (mere), approx 40 cm long
Early 20th Century Maori Greenstone Mere
A good old (early 20th century) Maori greenstone mere (hand club), good dark green tone with paler inclusions, traditional wide spatulate blade, reduced grip with rounded butt end, no drill hole, good overall polish. With numerous old newspaper cuttings…
300kg Pounamu Greenstone Boulder with Rich Veining
A massive pounamu greenstone boulder, of flattened approximately circular shape, the upper surfaces partially polished and displaying rich deep green colour with lighter veining. Approx. 300kgs. Approx. 70 x 80 x 30 cm
Elongated Mere Pounamu with Suspension Hole and Groove
Mere pounamu, with elongated blade and suspension hole at the handle, concentric groove at the butt of the handle, Y17507. Length 30 cm
Pounamu Kawakawa Hei-Tiki with Provenance
Pounamu hei-tiki, kawakawa variety with hands to thighs and tilted head, Y17543. Provenance: Passed on by family descent from Sir George grey and Annie Matthews
Haehae Carved Maori Wahaika Club
Maori hand club wahaika, this hardwood club is finely incised over the entire blade with deep relief linear haehae carving. A finely carved ancestor figure on the side of the club with elliptical eyes, curved legs and hands held to the belly. The butt of…
20th Century Whale Bone Kotiate Club
20th century whale bone club, kotiate 30.5 cm length, registration pending
Traditional Greenstone Club with Leather Cord
A New Zealand greenstone club, the tapering flat club of traditional design in deep green with black and white striations, and having a plaited leather cord attached to the handle. Length 30.5 cm
Maori Whalebone Wahaika with Octopus Relief Carving
A modern Maori large carved whalebone wahaika (hand club), traditional curved bladed end with full figure to the mid-section, backing to a relief carved octopus, a further traditional stylised figure to the handle and butt end, paua shell inlaid disc eyes…
Dark Kawakawa Hei Tiki by Mike Higgs
A pounamu hei tiki, dark kawakawa variety, carved by Mike Higgs, modelled in conventional flexed stance with head inclined to left, ring eyes inset with serrated paua shell, hands modelled clasping thighs. Height 9 cm
Maori Nephrite Hei Tiki Pendant, Auhunga Pounamu Variety
An old Maori nephrite hei tiki, pale Auhunga variety pounamu, modelled with head tilted with chin to left shoulder, the forehead pierced with a suspension hole and unusually with a second semi-concealed suspension hole immediately beside it, arms reach…
Translucent Tangiwai Hei Tiki with Red Sealing Wax Eyes
Pounamu hei tiki, translucent tangiwai (bowenite) presented in the conventional manner with hands placed to thighs. Two circular eyes with red sealing wax pierced at the forehead. Length 10 cm.
Natural Yellow-Green Pounamu Pendants (40mm)
Alan Brown, two pounamu pendants, of natural yellow-green tone. Height 40 mm
Manaia Stone Mere
Large Stone Mere. Dark flecked stone with a manaia head to handle. Length 45 cm, W12 cm
Early Greenstone Toki & Worked Pounamu Stone Collection
Greenstone Toki & Worked Pounamu Stone (3). Two early toki pounamu and a worked pounamu stone. Length 10.6 cm. Width 2 cm; Length 7.6 cm. Width 2.7 cm; Length 8.5 cm. Width 4.6 cm. Possibly from Kenneth Athol Webster collection, New Zealand. Private…
Early Hei Tiki Pounamu with Red Wax Inset Eyes
Hei Tiki Pounamu. Small early example in orthodox form, the head with red wax inset to eyes and tilting to the left and Hands resting on thighs. Pierced hand drilled hole to top of head. Height 6 cm. Width 4 cm
Rare Hoeroa: Exceptional Whalebone Weapon of Prestigious Warriors
Superb and Important Hoeroa. This rare traditional whalebone long club was used as a striking weapon, stabbing spear, and missile weapon and was made from the lower jaw of the sperm whale. The is shaped to a transverse, convex edge and the top is finely…
Speckled Kawakawa Prestigious Mere Pounamu
Superb Mere Pounamu. Prestigious and large example in traditional form. Crafted from speckled kawakawa nephrite with the blade offering a beautiful translucent patina. The haft terminates with hand sawn ridges and soft worn hole. Fine balance and form.…
Tapered Tokotoko with Mere and Paua Shell Eyes
Fine tokotoko, by Jacob William Heberley (1849-1906) Te Ati AWA Wellington descent, the gentle tapering shaft carved with a figure to the upper section holding a mere and with crescent shaped paua shell eyes, the shaft decorated with haehae and pataki…
Te Ati AWA Kawhaiwhai Tokotoko
Fine tokotoko, by Jacob William Heberley (1849-1906) Te Ati AWA Wellington descent, the gentle tapering shaft carved with a figure to the upper section holding a mere and with crescent shaped paua shell eyes, the shaft and knobbed handle decorated with a…
Carved Whalebone Wahaika with Full Figure Blade Curve
Mid 20th century whalebone wahaika (short club) traditional form with carved full figure to the blade curve 29.5 cm
19th Century Maori Basalt Club with Suspension Hole
A 19th century Maori patu onewa, basalt club with a ridged grip and circular hole for suspension, repaired, 43 cm long
Large Maori Carved Figure Post with Taiaha and Mere
An old large Maori carved figured post, the tall stylised figure with detailed moko, pronounced arched back with his right leg upon a further stylised head, he holds a taiaha to his right hand and a raised mere to his left, further stylised figures to the…
Red-eyed Pounamu Hei Tiki
A pounamu hei tiki, modelled with head tilted and chin to left shoulder, hands clasped to thighs, the face with red sealing wax inlaid red eyes and open mouth with protruding tongue. Height 12 cm
Marsden Flower Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A Pounamu hei tiki, Marsden Flower variety, of rich green colour with dark inclusions, in South Island style, modelled with chin to left shoulder, red sealing wax inlaid ring eyes, hands clasped to thighs. Distention to forehead for suspension hole,…
Kawakawa Pounamu Kuru Pendant with Brass Ring
Pounamu kuru pendant. kawakawa variety with attached gilt brass suspension ring. Y13505. Length 6 cm
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