Māori, Oceanic Art & African Art Tuesday, 4 October 2022 - 3:00 PM start
Pounamu Hei Tiki by Scott Parker (Ngati Tama)
Realised: $950 plus premium
Lot Details
A rarer type II style hei tiki carved in inanga variety stone. The head shows a rightward orientation with chin and ear projections and the eyes are inlaid with serrated paua shell. The right-hand displays three fingers held to the upper chest and the left hand rests on the left thigh. The suspension hole is through the right arm for a lateral orientation when worn. 8cm length
