A Whakairo Rakau (wood carving) of a Māori warrior figure meant to hang on the wall - these are usually made in New Zealand and often feature paua (abalone shell) eyes. Examples can vary in overall size, and the figure may or may not be displaying their tongue (Pūkana) in a war challenge (often featured in Haka dances). Some more elaborate versions of this wall art display muscular shoulders with carvings representing tattoos.
Physical Characteristics
- Material
- Wood
- Shape
- Other
- Colour
- Brown
- Dimensions
- 4.5"W x 0.5"L x 8"H
- Imagery
- Monster
