This carving can represent speed, swiftness, agility and bravery. All qualities of a traditional and contemporary warrior. In modern times a symbol of the corporate or political warrior. Attributes associated with Pūhoro are focus, speed, agility, stealth, movement and endurance.
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 – Whalebone Pendant
$1,990.00
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Description
Title: Raperape Pūhoro
Description: Whalebone Chest Plate Pendant
This carving can represent speed, swiftness, agility and bravery. All qualities of a traditional and contemporary warrior. In modern times a symbol of the corporate or political warrior. Attributes associated with Pūhoro are focus, speed, agility, stealth, movement and endurance.
Artist: Joshua Lobb
Iwi: Ngāti Tumutumu, Hauraki
Materials: Whalebone, waxed cord, beads, Condy crystal oxidised finish
Dimensions: 110 X 50 mm
Brand
Joshua Lobb
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