An absolutely gorgeous Peka Peka (native NZ Bat) handcrafted from a beautiful rich dark piece of Kawakawa Pounamu. This amazing piece has been delicately carved by one of our master carvers with Paua and red wax eyes that truly make this piece extraordinary and a definite collector’s piece. Magnificently displayed on a handmade Rimu wood base
Peka Peka
is a very old Māori Design representing a Native NZ bat, it is often classed as a Manaia, which are traditionally believed to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits, and its symbol is used as a guardian against evil.
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.
Carved by Des Hetherington
Size - 198mm long x 134mm wide x 19mm thick
Rimu Base – 99mm long x 72mm wide x 101mm high
Total Height - 230mm
This will be the exact piece you will receive in the photos, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or device screen resolutions that you are viewing from.
