Koruru - 6809HW

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In Māori carving there are three predominant designs for heads: the ‘wheku’ with the long eyes; and the ‘ruru’, which also has round eyes but with a point at the top. The different designs were used by carvers to illustrate the character of the subject they were carving.

Koruru are frequently found fitted to the gable of a whare whakairo (carved meetinghouse) as a representation of the tribe’s eponymous ancestor.

Material: Parāoa (Whalebone)

Measurements: 102mm x 58mm x 27mm
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Artist: Hetekia Waimotu

Position: Tauira (Student)

Iwi: Ngāti Porou

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Artist: Hetekia Waimotu

Position: Tauira (Student)

Iwi: Ngāti Porou