Moko Pounamu Triple Koru NZ Genuine Kawakawa Flower Greenstone - Maungatautari
A magnificent triple Koru handcrafted from the most an incredible piece of Kawakawa Flower Pounamu and presented on a beautiful native Rimu wood base. The colour of this stone lets the quality of the Pounamu shine. It has gorgeous patterns of light and dark and is very unique. This is an extraordinary sculpture by a master carver of exemplary skill to be treasured for generations to come.
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.
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.
Putiputi (Flower) Jade- is New Zealand’s most prized Greenstone, with pale green or ochre clouds of colour. This distinctive patterning and colouring come from the outside rim or 'rind' of the greenstone boulders or stones where the surface has oxidised.
Hand Carved by Graeme Wylie
Size Sculpture - 200mm dia
Rimu Base - 240mm wide x 131mm deep x 40mm high
Total Height 230mm approximately
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