Carved detail on front only. This carving can represent speed, swiftness, agility and bravery. All qualities of a warrior. In other depictions the Pūhoro symbolises storms and tempestuous situations.
Joshua is a passionate self-taught carver based in Tamaki Makaurau. He often works with a range of traditional art forms, including and not restricted to taonga puoro, heru, and pa kahawai. Each piece is crafted from traditional materials such as animal bone, native wood, and pāua embellishments. His attention to detail is made evident in the fine, intricate patterning continually reflected within his pieces.
Raperape Pūhoro
$1,990.00
1 in stock
Description
Title: Raperape Pūhoro
Artist: Joshua Lobb
Iwi: Ngāti Tumutumu, Hauraki
Description: Whalebone Chest Plate Pendant
Carved detail on front only. This carving can represent speed, swiftness, agility and bravery. All qualities of a warrior. In other depictions the Pūhoro symbolises storms and tempestuous situations.
Materials: Whalebone, waxed cord, beads, Condy crystal oxidised finish
Dimensions: 110 X 50 mm
Brand
Joshua Lobb
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