Wheku - Human Mask - 4810MR

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In Māori carving there are three predominant designs for heads: the 'wheku' with its long eyes; the 'koruru' with its round 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. The long eyes of the wheku were often used to depict a squint or frown.

The wheku was commonly used in Māori carvings by some tribal areas and was also placed on the apex of the Māori meeting house to represent an eponymous ancestor.

Material: Tōtara

Measurements: 685mm x 400mm x 120mm
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Artist: Manawaru Rangihau

Position: Tauira (Student)

Iwi: Tūhoe, Ngāti Pikiao
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Artist: Manawaru Rangihau

Position: Tauira (Student)

Iwi: Tūhoe, Ngāti Pikiao