A magnificent Matau carved from a delightful piece of Kokopu Pounamu. The markings of this piece are simply delectable, just oh so stunning. Such lovely colour in a beautiful semi polish finish making this piece appear as if it were a fish gliding through the river. An exquisite piece by an expert carver.
Matau (Fishhook) - Originally Maori have been fishermen. Their main food source was the sea, so a fishhook of high quality was an unbelievably valuable item to own. The hook became a symbol of prosperity, abundance, good health, power, authority and respect for the sea and its life in it. They also provide good luck and safety while travelling across water.
Genuine West Coast Kokopu Greenstone from the 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 by Alex Sands
Size
Sculpture - 325mm tall x 80mm wide x 15mm thick
Rimu Stand - 185mm wide x 44mm high x 58mm deep
Total Hight 394mm
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