Delicate 18th Century Kawakawa Hei Tiki with Paua Eyes
click the photo to enlarge
A superb 18th century hei tiki, one of the smallest but most delicate and beautiful of the hei tiki in the collection. This type I form carved in kawakawa variety stone displays rare serrated cut paua set into the eye rings suggesting significant age. The facial and torso features are worn from use and age, but finely carved and clearly evident. Countersunk hole to the top of the head. Female sex is indicated. Provenance: Ex Webster collection purchased in the UK. Length 7.5 cm.
You must be a subscriber, and be logged in to view price and dealer details.
Subscribe Now to view actual auction price for this item
When you subscribe, you have the option of setting the currency in which to display prices to $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
This item has been sold, and the description, image and price are for reference purposes only.
This item has been included into following indexes:
- Maori artefacts