Hei Matau - Anthony Brey-Heta
$850.00
Hei Matau by Anthony Brey-Heta
Contemporary New Zealand Māori carving on vintage whale bone
“These very stylised fishhooks represented strength, prosperity and a great respect for the sea. It also is said to provide good luck when travelling over water - it is often a symbol of power and authority, which are held in reverence by Māori people. They were used as a practical tool for fishing and were often decorated as a sign of respect for the creatures of the sea”
Pre-1978 polished whale bone
37.8 grammes
8.5cm long
Available for purchase in Australia only