An absolutely stunning piece of gem quality Kahotea Pounamu beautifully hand crafted into a gorgeous Koru sculpture and mounted on a perfect cradle of Kawakawa set into a fabulous palm size water worn Kokopu Pounamu.
Koru - The Maori word for bright or loop. It refers to the shoots of the silver fern. The circular movement to the inner core refers to "going back to the beginnings". The unfurling frond itself is symbolic for new life, new beginnings, hope, personal growth, purity nurturing, a new phase in life, the spirit of rejuvenation and peace.
Sculpture
-Kahotea –Pounamu from the Greenstone, West Coast area. A type streaked or flecked with white. The name Kahotea derives from Kaho, meaning light coloured tea (white or clear).
Cradle - Kawakawa- is the most common variety of Pounamu. it comes in many shades - from strong, rich green to dark green - and often has small dark flecks, which add to its character. Named after the leaf of the Kawakawa. It is the main type used in gem purposes.
Base
-Kokopu -Greenstone from theWest Coast Taramakau River area, West Coast.Comes in many colour variations from light to dark browns, creamy whites, light blues, olive greens to yellow even golden. Also known as trout-stone named after the dark brown, olive green and yellowish markings found on the three species of native freshwater trout. The spotted textures and range of colour give this stone a diverse presence.
Hand Carved Kaleb Schad
Size
Sculpture 57mm Dia
Base 115mm long x 96mm wide x 64mm high (approx.)
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