Greenstone Maori Ear Pendant from 19th Century New Zealand
A greenstone Maori ear pendant, New Zealand, 19th century, stand not included, height 8.5 cm
Rare Bowenite Maori Hei Tiki Pendant
An uncommon 19th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, chin turned to the left, remnants of red sealing wax to eyes, right hand to abdomen, left hand to thigh. Height 9.5 cm. Note: in the uncommon Bowenite variety of pounamu, displaying high translucency and of…
Large Whale Bone Hei Tiki by Charlie Wilson
Charlie (Raponi) Wilson large carved whale bone hei tiki, with the head turned to the right, inlaid paua shell ring eyes with notched edges, hands positioned to thighs, strong chevron detail to chest, mildly concave back. Height 15 cm.
Superfine Kahurangi Pounamu Hei Tiki
A superfine Kahurangi pounamu hei tiki, meticulously carved with head tilted to the left, wide open paua inlaid eyes, flared nostrils, heart-shaped mouth with tongue out and hands clasped to thighs. Suspension hole with lanyard above the left eye. Deep…
Whalebone Hei Tiki by Mike Higgs
A whalebone hei tiki, carved by Mike Higgs, in traditional stance with head turned to the right and hands grasping thighs, paua ring inset eyes, height 11 cm. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, [Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts,…
Mike Higgs Carved Maori Pendant with Paua Inlay
A Mike Higgs carved stylised Maori pendant, the tapered face with paua shell ring inlaid eyes, length 9 cm. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, [Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts, Private & Museum Supplies Specialist]
Stylised Maori Pendant with Notched Paua Shell Eye
A Mike Higgs carved stylised Maori pendant, the figure similar to above with double spiral centre, notched paua shell ring inset eye, length 7.5 cm. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, [Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts, Private &…
Maori Female Carved Post with Hei Tiki Necklace
A 19th/20th century Maori carved female figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village the female figure with chin moko, a cloak with remains of white paint and taniko detail wrapped around her shoulders, a large green painted hei tiki hangs around her neck, a…
Maori Female Figure Post with Hei Tiki and Patu
A 19th/20th century Maori carved female figured post ex. Whakarewarewa Village Rotorua her chin with moko traces, a cloak with remains of diamond patterning in red, white and black paint and taniko detail wrapped around her shoulders, a large green…
Ring-Eyed Pounamu Hei Tiki: Contemporary Traditional Style
A contemporary pounamu hei tiki of traditional style with ring eyes, head tilted, hands to thighs, height 12 cm
Green Stone Manaia Pendant by Mike Higgs
A green stone manaia/matau pendant by Mike Higgs, with paua ring eye, height 8.5 cm. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, (Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts, Private & Museum Supplies Specialist)
Pounamu Koruru Pendant with Sealing Wax Inlaid Eyes
A pounamu koruru pendant as above with sealing wax inlaid eyes, height 9 cm. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs.
Greenstone Kuru Pendant, 18th Century
18th century or earlier greenstone kuru (pendant), of flared, oval form. Hourglass form suspension hole, length 5 cm.
Crude 20th Century Bone Hei Tiki
20th century bone hei tiki, of relatively crude form. Hands to thighs, height 5.5 cm
Greenstone Hei Tiki with Red Sealing Wax Eyes
An 19th century or early 20th century greenstone hei tiki, red sealing wax eyes, peaked head, one hand to neck, the other to thigh. Head tilted to left shoulder, height 9.5 cm.
19th Century Maori Greenstone Hei Tiki with Stand
A pre 19th century carved Maori greenstone hei tiki, head tilted to left shoulder, both arms to thighs. Hourglass form suspension hole. With stand, height 10 cm.
Carved Taiaha with Dog Fur Collar
Late 19th century carved wooden taiaha. Dog fur collar with flax lashing, tongue carved with geometric spirals and notches over tiki mask. Length 155 cm. Y-Number Pending
Rare Maori Bowenite Pounamu Hei Tiki with Provenance
A 19th/20th century Maori rare bowenite pounamu hei tiki, red sealing wax to the eyes, hands clasped to thighs, height 86 cm. Provenance: 'Given to owner by Tom Sterland in 1958-9. Tom Sterland born Stewart Island 1896-7. As a lad he helped sealers and…
Whalebone Hei Tiki Pendant with Paua Shell Eyes
Ian McMillan carved whalebone hei tiki, chin tilted to left shoulder, hands to abdomen, small paua shell inset eyes, suspended from the arm, length 12.5 cm
Maori Candlewick Korowai Cloak with Taniko Border
A late 19th / early 20th century Maori woven candlewick korowai cloak, adorned with yarn hukahuka (thrums), collar of woollen thrums, bordered with decorative domestic fowl feathers and coloured wool edging. Gifted to our vendor's grandfather c.1906 for…
Maori Whalebone Hei Tiki with Extended Tongue
A Maori whalebone hei tiki, tongue extended, hands clasped to thighs. Length 7 cm.
Unregistered Greenstone Pendant, 9.5cm Elongated Form
Greenstone pendant, elongated form 9.5 cm, un-registered
Traditional Flax Piupiu Skirt with Wide Woven Band
Late 19th century/20th piupiu (skirt), traditional all flax with wide woven band, 71 cm band width
Adze Pendant with Later Holes - Pounamu Whao
Pounamu whao/chisel & toki/adze with later holes formed to allow wearing as pendant, 4 cm 6 cm
1900 Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A circa 1900 Maori pounamu hei tiki, chin to left shoulder, hands to thighs, dark green tone with mid green highlights. Height 9.3 cm. Being assessed for registration.
Rei Hamon Free Form Sculpture
A Rei Hamon free form sculpture, label to base 'Rei Hamon CBE 7 - 1 - 81', height 25 cm, width 26 cm, depth 10 cm
Maori bird amulet pendant with engraved human skull
Rare Maori skull pendant, New Zealand. Though similar in form, this unique pendant is not a hei tiki but an amulet representing a mythical bird. Carved and engraved human skull. Provanance: Private Collection, New South Wales. Approx. length 10 x 5.5 cm
Teardrop Pounamu Pendant with Carved Notching
An unusual pounamu pendant, Teardrop shape with carved notching to each side and with two countersunk suspension holes and lashing groove to the top. 8 cm length. Y 16131
Rare Gem-Quality Pounamu Breastplate with Fine Carvings
An extremely rare pounamu breastplate adornment. Found in a river inlet in Otago in the 1950s. This archaic breastplate was traditionally carved with countersunk suspension holes and lashing grooves, such a piece would have been worn only by a…
Paua-eyed Tokotoko Walking Stick with Brass Collar
A walking stick (tokotoko). Carved from wood, this walking stick has a design of a figure with paua shell eyes. The tokotoko has a brass femule and collar. Engraved in the collar are the letters 'H.L'. Length 86.5 cm, depth 2.5 cm
Maori Warrior Whale Bone Pendant by Rua
A large Maori carved whale bone pendant, figured with a warrior, mere raised, above a sperm whale, crashing wave behind. Diameter 10 cm. Signed to the reverse Rua.
Maori Pounamu Pendant for Registration
An old Maori carved pounamu pendant, tapered form, oval cross-section. Length 5.6 cm. Being assessed for registration. Being assessed for registration.
Harley Burke's Carved Pounamu Hei Toki
A carved Maori large pounamu hei toki, the long mildly curved toki of uncommon graduating tone of Arahura stone. By Harley Burke (Waikato). Fine elaborate plaited lashing and neck cord. Toki. Length 19.5 cm.
Maori Carved Pipe with Paua Inset Eyes, London 1901
An early 20th century Maori carved pipe, the bowl with a carved stylised head with paua inset eyes, the silver collar hallmarked London 1901, long tapered mouthpiece. Small crack to bowl.
Pre-European Maori Pounamu Kuru Pendant with Hourglass Hole
A pre-European Maori pounamu kuru pendant, auhunga variety, with hourglass suspension hole. [Sold at auction c.1997 Sloane's Wellington lot 65 Miet Collection], length 9.7 cm. Provenance: Private Estate Collection.
Translucent Maori Pounamu Pendant with Inclusion
A Maori pre-European pounamu pendant, kuru type, light green tone, slightly curved form, with tapered suspension hole. Translucent with areas of white inclusion.
Ngapuhi Warrior Amo Boards, Circa 1920
Ngapuhi tribal region, an impressive pair of Amo boards, carved with male and female warrior figures wearing piupiu. The female figures each holding a patu and the male figures holding kotiate and wahaika. Circa 1920, height 240 cm. Provenance: formerly…
18th Century Carved Pounamu Hook Matau
Hei matau, hook form, carved pounamu, 18th century 4 x 4.5 cm
Rare Pounamu Pekapeka Pendant with Manaia Heads
Pounamu pekapeka (nephrite pendant), finely carved from Kawakawa variety pounamu, with cut circular eyes and asymmetrical countersunk suspension hole, pekapeka are named after the small native New Zealand bat which they are said to resemble in appearance.…
Kawakawa Pounamu Ear Pendant - 15cm
Pounamu kapeu (ear pendant), Kawakawa variety nephrite with countersunk suspension hole, 15 cm length.
Paua-eyed Hei Tiki from Arthur Beau Palmer Collection
A good pounamu hei tiki, contact period with head tilted to right shoulder and with cut paua shell eyes and hourglass suspension hole, modelled with lightly delineated three fingered hands placed to thighs, 10 x 8 cm. Provenance; Arthur Beau Palmer…
Kawakawa Pounamu Kuru Pendant - 6cm Length
Pounamu kuru pendant, Kawakawa variety nephrite with countersunk suspension hole, 6 cm length
Maori Woman and Waka Vase
A good Jane Brenkley vase, ovoid shape. Carved and painted with a Maori women with a dog wearing a piupiu, adorned with a hei-tiki and holding a flax kete.The reverse with a waka with a figure on a river. Some surface abrasions. Signed and dated 1945
Jean Batten in Rotorua with Korowai and Patu Paraoha
A rare Charles Troughton Clark portrait photo of Jean Batten, the image taken during a visit to Rotorua in the 1930s. Jean Batten photographed standing in front of an amo wearing a Korowai with hukahuka thrums, adorned with a hei tiki and holding a patu…
Green Grey Pounamu Chisel Pendant with Yellow Inclusions
Pounamu chisel, Quadrangular shape, green grey nephrite with yellow inclusions evident in the stone, hour glass suspension hole to enable suspension as a pendant, found at Te Umupakaroa at the north end of Kapiti Island.
Gray Stone Kuru Ear Pendant - 5cm Length
Kuru (ear pendant), gray stone pendant, Pieced for suspension, 5 cm length
Harakeke Piupiu: Natural and Dyed Waist Garment
Early 20th century Piupiu (waist Garment), Kaupapa of natural and dyed harakeke (flax) and with broad waist band
Kawakawa Pounamu Ear Pendant with White Inclusion - 17cm
A large and impressive pounamu kapeu (ear pendant), Kawakawa variety stone with white inclusion in the stone and with counter sunk suspension hole, 17 cm length
Rare Whalebone Tokotoko with Figures and Antler Handle
A good rare whalebone tokotoko, the tapering shaft carved with two figures. The upper section figure with a wheku head with protruding tongue and cut paua shell eyes. The arms with pikorauru spirals at the shoulders and hands placed to the abdomen. The…
Rare 19th Century Pounamu Kaka Paria Adornment
A 19th century pounamu kaka Paria, rare pounamu kaka paria (parrot leg ring). This fine example still has remnants of the red kaka wai pigments used to adorn the finest and most important Maori adornments. With countersunk suspension hole and fine…
Rare Maori Rapaki Kilt/Cape with Braided Waistband
An exceptional Rapaki (kilt/cape), a rare early Maori Rapaki. Rapaki were worn similar to piupiu but offered the wearer significant added protection from the elements. Sometimes referred to as raincapes (which evidence suggest they doubled as), rapaki…
Rare Early Archaic Pounamu Adornment
A rare pounamu adornment, very early archaic flattened tear drop form with evidence of two pierced suspension holes and linear notching to edges. This adornment would have signalled the mana and high rank of its creator and the owner. Its fine elongated…
Kahurangi Stone Hei Tiki Pendant
A pounamu hei tiki in Kahurangi stone, Orthodox form with hands clasped to thighs. Suspension hole with oven lanyard. Height 8 cm, width 4.5 cm
Pekapeka Pounamu Pendant
A pounamu pekapeka, pendant with countersunk suspension hole named pekapeka after the native New Zealand bat which they resemble. Height 8 cm, width 4.5 cm
Gem-grade Kahurangi Ear Pendant with Translucence
A stunning pounamu kapeu (ear pendant), in rich, gem grade Kahurangi stone with exceptional translucence. Suspension hole to the upper with oven trace. A fine example. Length 11.5 cm
Orthodox Bowenite Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A Bowenite pounamu hei tiki, Orthodox form with hands clasped to thighs. Woven lanyard through suspension hole. Height 11 cm, width 6 cm
19th Century Raupo Poi: Maori Textile Masterpiece
A 19th century Raupo poi, (percussion device). This highly decorated example shows the skill and beauty Maori textiles have become known for the world over. Fine twisted muka handle terminating in the robust dyed pangao (golden sedge) collar draped over…
Green and Purple Dyed PiuPiu Skirt
A contemporary PiuPiu skirt, 1990s. The skirt has been dyed green and purple, length 62 cm, width 75 cm
Maori Bone Pendant with Paua Shell Eyes
New Zealand Maori carved bone pendant, early/mid 20th century, set with paua shell eyes and suspended on a braided cord, length 10 cm (pendant)
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Figure with Mere
A large Maori figure carved pounamu boulder, the stylised figure wearing a hei tiki, with hands to front, holding a mere, soft edged carving. Dark tone with pale inclusions and golden tan highlights. 64 cm x 38 cm x 46 cm. Approximately 160kgs.
Translucent Bowenite Hei Tiki from Dame Jenny Gibbs Collection
Large and impressive contact period hei tiki, high translucency indicates bowenite variety stone with white inclusions to the left side of the face and lower section. Type I form with deeply recessed eyes and some wear to the nose and mouth reflecting…
Fired Inanga Hei Tiki with Unusual Crescent Shape
Pre-European fired Inanga hei tiki, stone tooled with rich dark colouration due to the firing process, type I form with forward-looking gaze and three-fingered hands to the thighs. Unusual carved crescent shape to the upper right of the forehead. Two…
Translucent Kahurangi Hei Tiki Pendant
Contact period pounamu hei tiki, finely carved in the type I form in translucent Kahurangi variety stone, finely carved facial features with a clearly defined heart-shaped mouth displaying tongue and teeth. Female. Suspension hole at the top of the head.…
Pre-European Pounamu Hei Tiki from Dame Jenny Gibbs Collection
Pre-European pounamu hei tiki, type I form carved in Kawakawa variety stone with pale inclusions to the body. Countersunk suspension hole at the top of the head. Provenance: Dame Jenny Gibbs collection, 10 cm length.
19th Century Whalebone Hei Tiki with Red Eyes
A large 19th century whalebone hei tiki, type I form with eyes embellished with red ceiling wax. Female. Countersunk suspension hole to the top of the head. Indistinct script incised to reverse. Provenance: Dame Jenny Gibbs collection, 16 cm length.
Kawakawa Pounamu Hei Tiki with Inanga Inclusions
Pre-European pounamu hei tiki, Kawakawa variety stone with inanga inclusions, type II form with fine facial details showing some ware, three-fingered hands with thumbs to the chest and thigh. Suspension hole on outstanding lug. Female. Right thigh and…
Kawakawa Hei Tiki Pendant
Pre-European large hei tiki (head only), Kawakawa variety stone, widely recessed eyes, nose and mouth detail worn, countersunk suspension hole top centre, vertical groove cut from suspension hole on reverse. 7 cm length
Tangiwai Hei Tiki Pendant
19th century small pounamu hei tiki, Tangiwai (bowenite) variety stone. Type I form with red ceiling wax embellishment to eyes, three-fingered hands to thighs. 6 cm length. Y number pending.
Kawakawa Hei Tiki Pendant, 19th Century
19th century pounamu hei tiki, type I carved in kawakawa variety stone. Head oriented rightwards with deeply recessed eyes and mouth displaying two teeth. Three-fingered hands to thighs. Countersunk suspension hole to the top of head. 10 cm length.
18th Century Kawakawa Hei Tiki Pendant
Early 18th century pounamu hei tiki, a rare stone tooled hei tiki carved in the classic type I form made in Kawakawa variety stone. This hei tiki displays two countersunk suspension holes indicating its significant age. The head is oriented to the left…
19th Century Kawakawa Hei Tiki Stone Pendant
19th century hei tiki, Kawakawa variety stone. Type I with rudimentary hands to thighs. Red ceiling wax embellished eyes. Countersunk suspension hole. 8 cm length.
Inanga Hei Tiki Pendant
19th century pounamu hei tiki, a type I hei tiki carved in inanga variety stone with pale inclusions across the torso, left side, and facial area. Suspension hole at centre top. 8.5 cm length.
Inanga Pounamu Hei Tiki with Provenance
19th century pounumu hei tiki, classic type I form carved in inanga variety stone. Head tilted to the right with hands to thighs. Suspension hole at the top. Provenance: given to the current owner's family from the family of Moana Ngata from Rangitukia.…
Polished Pounamu Pekapeka with Provenance
19th century pounamu pekapeka, polished tangiwai (bowenite) variety stone showing the grain. Recessed eyes. Provenance: belonged to Annie Shasky (nee Turnball) the current owner's great grandmother. Most likely given to Annie when her husband George…
Antique Pounamu Pekapeka Pendant with Provenance
19th century pounamu pekapeka, polished tangiwai (bowenite) variety stone. Recessed eyes. Provenance: belonged to Annie Shasky (nee Turnball) the current owners great grandmother. Most likely given to Annie when her husband George Shasky was gifted his…
Tangiwai Koropepe Pendant with Red Wax Eyes
A rare 19th century koropepe pendant, Tangiwai (bowenite). With red ceiling wax embellished eyes. Countersunk suspension hole. 5 cm diameter.
Translucent Tangiwai Kuru Pendant with Pale Inclusion
Pounamu kuru (pendant), translucent tangiwai (bowenite) with a large pale inclusion to the lower section, tapering to a rounded end. Suspension hole at top. 9 cm length.
Pale Inanga Pounamu Kuru Pendant with NZ Coin
Pounamu kuru (pendant), pale inanga variety stone. Later attached cord with pierced NZ 5p coin. Countersunk suspension hole. 6 cm length.
Inanga Pounamu Kapeu with Countersunk Hole - 14cm Length
Pounamu kapeu (ear pendant), Inanga variety stone, countersunk suspension hole. 14 cm length. Y number pending
Inanga Pounamu Kuru Pendant with Countersunk Hole
Pounamu kuru (pendant), Inanga variety stone, countersunk suspension hole. 6 cm length.
Tangiwai Pounamu Kuru Pendant with Countersunk Hole
Pounamu kuru (pendant), Tangiwai (bowenite), countersunk suspension hole. 7 cm length.
Kawakawa Pounamu Kuru Pendant with Small Chip
Pounamu kuru (pendant), Kawakawa variety stone. Small chip to the top. 8 cm length. Y number pending
Kawakawa Pounamu Kuru Pendant with Small Chip
Pounamu kuru (pendant), Kawakawa variety stone. Small chip to the top. 9.5 cm length. Y number pending
Inanga Stone Kapeu Ear Pendant, 19th Century
19th century kapeu (curved ear pendant), carved in inanga variety stone. 12 cm length. Y number pending
Kawakawa Pounamu Ear Pendant with Brass Ring
Pounamu kapeu (ear pendant), Kawakawa variety stone, countersunk hole with brass suspension ring. 15 cm length. Y number pending
Tangiwai Pounamu Kapeu with White Inclusions
Pounamu kapeu (ear pendant), Tangiwai (bowenite) with white inclusions. Countersunk suspension hole. 8.5 cm length.
19th Century Taiaha with Spirals and Paua Eyes
A 19th century taiaha (fighting staff), the broad arero (tongue) finely carved with rauponga spirals. Upoko (head) displays a prominent mouth with elliptical paua eyes (one absent) and kowhaiwhai pattern to the brow. Slender tapering shaft with rounded…
Early 19th Century Taiaha with Rauponga Carvings
A good early 19th century taiaha (fighting staff), Arero (tongue) finely carved with rauponga spirals and pataki. Uopko (head) with circular paua eyes, one absent. Muka binding to the collar. Traces of red ochre to the arero and rich patina evident to the…
19th Century Carved Taiaha with Paua Eyes and Kuri Fur
A rare and important 19th century taiaha (fighting staff), Arero (tongue) finely carved with rauponga spirals and deeply recessed pataki terminating at a pointed tip. Upoko (head) displays elliptical paua eyes with incised stria radiating from centre.…
Rare Moa Hunter Bone Reel Pendant - 2cm Length
A rare moa hunter bone reel (pendant), cylindrical shape with two shallow grooves. 2 cm length.
Rare Moa Hunter Serpentine Rei Amulet
A rare moa hunter serpentine Rei (divided sphere amulet), one side broken. These rare and early amulets were made in the early period of New Zealand settlement. There is no clear indication of age for these divided spheres but they were typically found…
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