Description

Title: Large swordfish tusk - Wheku & Tiki

Maker:Unknown

Origin: Indonesia

Date/Period:2025

Materials:Xiphias Gladius, Bone, steel

Dimensions:Height including stand: 85 cm / 33.4 inches

Description:This swordfish tusk has been intricately hand-carved with traditional M?ori motifs, featuring both Wheku and Tiki designs. The Wheku, meaning "carved face," represents the face of an ancestor and is traditionally found at the apex of the gable on a Wharenui (M?ori meeting house). It symbolizes an important ancestor after whom the house is named, serving as a powerful guardian presence. Adding further depth to the carving, the eyes have been inlaid with abalone shell, a striking detail that pays homage to M?ori tradition and enhances the expressive character of the piece. A remarkable fusion of natural form and cultural symbolism, this tusk is both a decorative masterpiece and a meaningful tribute to M?ori artistry and heritage.

Reserve: $230.00

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Condition

Mint

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