Pounamu Rei Niho Pendant 90mm - by Alex Sands bronze sculpture The combs were mostly decorative

The combs were mostly decorative and held the pūtikitiki (top knot) in place

Toroa (albatross) by Michael Matchitt

the symmetry of this piece creates a harmonious sense of balance and stability

Carved Waka Taua (canoe)

On a grey waxed nylon cord

Pounamu Rei Niho Pendant 90mm - by Alex Sands bronze sculpture The combs were mostly decorativePounamu Rei Niho (single tooth) by Alex Sands On a waxed plaited black thick nylon cord Adjustable length 90mm x 33mm x 7mm About Rei Niho: Rei puta are taonga traditionally carved from the teeth of Tohora (whale). Rei niho carved from New Zealand pounamu maintains the beauty of that traditional form and symbolises the intimate connection between Maori and Tohora.