A stunning Hei Matau handcrafted from a gorgeous piece of Bone. This will be a treasured taonga.
Hei Matau(Fishhook) - Originally Māori 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.
Traditionally carved from Whale bone, however these days many bone carvings are made from cattle bone as it is an ethically abundant source.
Hand Carved by Peter Mitchell
Size 52mm long x 37mm wide
This is an example of the carving you will receive. You will not receive this exact piece, but one that is similar. This is due to each Koru being carved from natural Bone where the colouring will differ depending on the elements in the bone.
