A fabulous carving of a Long-Eared Owl, not a native to New Zealand but a wonderful Sculpture, hand carved from a gorgeous piece of Inanga Pounamu. His eyes seem to watch you, ready to alert you of anything that is amiss, a protector. The detail in this carving is amazing and a credit to the wonderful talent of the carver. This beautiful owl comes from the the estate of Alfred Moreton.
Inanga- Pounamu takes its name from a freshwater fish native to New Zealand. It is pale and often transparent, like the young of the Inanga fish. It is pearly white to grey green in colour, and ranges from translucent to quite opaque. It can change colour over time, developing a light olive tint as it ages and oxidises - Highly prized by the Māori and the desired material for making Mere and Patu.
Carved by Alf Moreton
Size 89mm high x 66mm wide x 34mm thick
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