Black Maire Heru - Traditional Māori Hair Ornament Contemporary The toki epitomises the artistry

The toki epitomises the artistry and skill of the craftsman

It measures 50mm in diameter

and will take a full day of 6-7 hrs

the atua (spirit) of the ocean

has a semi-gloss finish and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord

Black Maire Heru - Traditional Māori Hair Ornament Contemporary The toki epitomises the artistryTraditional Mori heru are combs worn as functional hair ornaments by both men and women. The decorations on pre European heru were often a symbol of mana and prestige. This taonga measures 127 x 40mm and was carved from black maire, a native tree of Aotearoa New Zealand. This taonga was hand carved by Alex Sands.