Maori Sculpture - Colonisation - by Shayne O'Neill - Ngati Kahungunu fertility medium-sized

medium-sized

In some areas the Tiki would be buried with the guardian and later retrieved by the family and gifted to a family member holding many memories for years to come

Special wahaika would only be given to people with considerable ranking in the Maori tribal structure

Fernwood New Zealand produce uniquely handcrafted vases from the native New Zealand Tree Fern (Ponga)

the elegant shape of the fronds stand for strength

Maori Sculpture - Colonisation - by Shayne O'Neill - Ngati Kahungunu fertility medium-sizedContemporary Maori Artwork by Shayne O'Neill (Ngati Kahungunu Iwi) Colonisation Carved Oamaru stone and barbed wire mounted on wood One of a kind art piece Original Wall hung About the artwork "Colonisation" Contemporary art work reflecting a powerful interpretation of Colonisation A thought provoking piece The carved weapon is within the restraints of the barbed wire, but is it? Barbed wire does not touch the weapon. Barbed wire is well known for its