Maori Pounamu Toki Axe Heads with Inscription from New Zealand
Two Maori pounamu toki axe heads, the larger measuring 2.95 in. x 2.05 in., the smaller measuring 2.95 in. x 2.05 in. x 1.85 in. x 1.46 in., each with old ink partially rubbed inscription reading 'N.Zealand' (2)
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Red Sealing Wax Eyes
18/19th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, carved with head tilted to the left and both arms resting on thighs, with extant red sealing wax to the eyes, height 3.15 in. x width 2.24 in.
19th Century New Zealand Greenstone Adze, Length 17 cm
19th century New Zealand pounamu (greenstone) adze, of tapering rectangular form, with fine edge to end, length 6.69 in.
19th Century Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant, Large Size
Large 19th century Maori pounamu hei tiki pendant, modelled with head tilted to the left, one hand resting on the thigh and the other raised to the chest, the feet pierced and conjoined, height 4.41 in. x width 2.68 in.
19th Century Maori Greenstone Mere with Hour Glass Finial
19th century Maori mere pounamu (greenstone), in very dark greenstone, with curved hour glass finial, with bored lanyard hole, above a solid blade with fine edge, with original note from from Mr & Mrs Frank Clue, length 10.24 in.
19th Century Maori Greenstone Mere with Carved Blade and Finial
Late 19th century Maori mere pounamu (greenstone), in vibrant greenstone, with ribbed finial, above two carved lanyard holes, with fine carved blade, length 11.42 in. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney then by
19th Century Maori Green Basalt Mere with Ribbed Pommel
Fine large 19th century Maori green basalt mere, with ribbed pommel and pierce lanyard hole, with fine long blade, a/f to blade, with photocopy of original Sotheby's catalogue from 1967, length 9.84 in.
19th Century Maori Green Basalt Mere with Reke Finial
Important 19th century Maori mere green basalt, in dark tones, with reke beehive finial, above lanyard hole, with well carved blade with fine striking edge, old label reading 'The chief remarked that the…were only a poor people and that the only heirloom w
19th Century Maori Mere Pounamu from Beasley Collection
Important 19th century Maori mere pounamu (greenstone), in dark greenstone, with woven end with lanyard hole, with well carved blade with fine striking edge, with label for 'Beasley Collection'//'Ex: NZ Northesk//59(rubbed) and label 'Prince S.A. Radziwill
19th Century Whalebone Hand Club with Muka Binding
A 19th century patu paraoa (whalebone hand club). Flat spatulate shape reducing to the grip section terminating in a rounded butt. Pierced for suspension with attached muka binding. Heavily grained surface. Chip to blade.
Inanga Pounamu River Boulder: 56cm Length
A large pounamu river boulder. Inanga variety stone. Length 22.05 in.
19th Century Tewhatewha with Carved Shaft and Feather Decoration
A 19th century tewhatewha (long handled club) long slender carved wood tapering shaft with a broad flat blade. Rudimentary single line figure-of-8 carving to the shaft. The blade pierced for decoration with feathers. Height 43.70 in.
19th Century Whalebone Hand Club with Pierced Suspension Loop
A 19th century patu paraoa (whalebone hand club). Spatulate shape reducing to the grip section terminating in eight graduating grooves with rounded butt. Pierced for suspension. Heavily grained surface with some fritting to the blade. Height 13.39 in.
Early 19th Century Whalebone Hand Club - Patu Paraoa
A good early 19th century patu paraoa (whalebone hand club). Thick and heavy classic spatulate shape reducing to the grip section, the butt terminating in six graduating grooves with a countersunk suspension hole. Smooth heavily grained surface. Height 38
Pre-European Inanga Toki Pounamu with Polished Surface, 12 cm Length
A Pre-European toki pounamu. Carved in inanga variety stone. Polished surface. Length 4.72 in.
Large Pre-European Toki Pounamu in Inanga Stone with Feathery Inclusions
A good large Pre-European toki pounamu. Carved in superb blue green inanga variety stone with feathery dark and pale inclusions. Tapering rectangular form with well-defined lateral edges, a short bevel and sharp cutting edge. Scarf mark to the lower left s
Kawakawa Pounamu Stone with Scarf Markings, 1940s Shop Find
Worked pounamu. Kawakawa variety stone. Scarf markings along the edges. Found in a shop in the 1940s. Length 3.94 in.
Pre-European Kawakawa Stone Toki Pounamu with Natural Scarring
A Pre-European toki pounamu. Carved in kawakawa variety stone. Smooth polished surface and bevel with natural scarring to the face, underside, and right poll edge. Frits to cutting edge. Length 3.15 in.
Pre-European Inanga Toki Pounamu Blade End Fragment, 6 cm
A Pre-European toki pounamu (blade end only). Inanga variety stone, minor frits to the blade. Found in the 1940s. Length 2.36 in.
Polychrome Female Figure Holding Mallet, 49cm, Major Paint Losses
Polychrome decorated timber carved figure in female form, holding a mallet or club, height 19.29 in., Major losses to painted finish
Contemporary Maori Carved Pounamu Pendant with Snowflake Inclusions
A contemporary large Maori carved pounamu pendant, plain elegant mildly concave disc form, the twin notch detail with raised lip to the back. Good mid/dark tone with snow flake inclusions. W.2.87 in.
Old Maori Pounamu Oval Piece with Unique Characteristics
An old Maori worked pounamu flat oval piece, noted on Y certificate 'No chin, Poll is flat, back is flaked, cutting edge blunt plus pecking.', length 3.82 in.
19th Century Inanga Pounamu Kuru Pendant with Feathery Inclusions
A 19th century pounamu kuru (pendant), carved in Inanga variety stone with pale feathery inclusions. Provenance: Purchased at Sotheby's London in 1980. Length: 3.74 in.
19th Century Kawakawa Pounamu Kuru Pendant, Large Suspension Hole
A 19th century pounamu kuru (pendant), Kawakawa variety stone with large countersunk suspension hole. Provenance: Purchased at Sotheby's London in 1980. Length: 4.33 in.
19th Century Maori Patuki Hand Club with Carved Designs
A 19th century Patuki (hand club). The blade with triangular cross-section tapering to a smooth shouldered grip and carved butt. Carved in rauponga patterns with triple hae hae and pataki. Embellished with cut paua and pierced for suspension. Length 16.93…
18th Century Mere Pounamu with Elegant Carved Spatulate Blade
A large 18th century mere pounamu, elegant finely carved spatulate shaped blade reducing to a tapering grip section. The butt carved with five concentric grooves and pierced with a classical stone drilled countersunk suspension hole. Carved in kawakawa var
18th Century Maori Stone Hand Club from Webster Collection
A superb large 18th century patu onewa, a rare and important Maori stone hand club carved in greywacke variety stone. Long fine spatulate shaped blade reducing to a tapered oval cross-section grip terminating in a five ridged butt with countersunk suspensi
19th Century Large Pounamu Mere with Carved Grooves and Suspension
A large 19th century mere pounamu, large heavy spatulate shaped with smooth curved surface tapering to a sharp translucent edge. Five concentric grooves carved to the butt and pierced for suspension. The blade is sharp with minor fritting. Carved in Kawaka
Pre-European Kawakawa Toki Pounamu with Scarf Marks and Inclusions
Pre-European toki pounamu, Kawakawa variety stone with pale mottled inclusions. Quadrangular cross-section with scarf marks running down both lateral edges with slight asymmetry to the poll. Double sided bevel with a smooth polished surface throughout. Som
19th Century Pounamu Poutangata Adze Blade: Symbol of Chiefly Authority
A 19th century pounamu poutangata adze blade, a toki poutangata or ceremonial adze is a symbol of chiefly authority typically held by a chieftain or chieftainess. While these highly prized weapons mainly had ceremonial functions they could also be used in
Pre-European Kawakawa Stone Toki Pounamu with Scarfing and Bevel Edge
Pre-European toki pounamu, carved in kawakawa variety stone. Scarfing down the left lateral edge of the underside. Well defined polished bevel with sharp cutting edge. Some natural scaring to the poll and face. Length 8.66 in.
Maori Taiaha Club with Carved Wood and Paua Shell
Taiaha Maori club, carved wood and paua shell, early to mid 20th century, appears to have been cleaned back at some stage, 61.81 in. long.
19th Century Pounamu Toki Adze with White Feathering, 5.3 cm
Toki, adze, small 19th century worked pounamu adze, medium green, with white feathering, small chip to blade, length 2.09 in. Provenance: Estate of John Lawford.
19th Century Wooden Patu R?kau with Carved Oval End Knob
Patu R?kau, 19th century, wooden patu of medium brown colour, rounded base and short cylindrical handle, oval end knob carved with concentric grooves and ridges, suspension hole with old auction label attached dated 3rd June 1998, carving scratch marks on
Mottled Green Pounamu Toki from 19th Century or Earlier
Toki - adze, large mottled medium green pounamu toki, 19th century or earlier, of quadrangular tapering form with straight vertical sides, poll slightly reduced in thickness. Short steep bevel and sharp blade. Length 11.42 in. Provenance: Estate of John…
19th Century Pale Green Pounamu Toki Adze - John Lawford Estate
Toki - adze, 19th century or earlier medium to pale green pounamu toki, straight blade with small chips along cutting edge, steep short bevel with rounded chin. Straight vertical sides to rounded poll, groups of small notches along both ventral edges. Poll
Dark Green Pounamu Toki Adze from John Lawford Estate
Toki - adze, large dark green pounamu toki, straight blade with sharp corners, steep short bevel with marked chin. Straight vertical sides taper to damaged pole. Entire surface polished. Length 11.50 in. Provenance: Estate of John Lawford.
19th Century Patuki Club with Carved Design and Provenance
Patuki - club, late 19th century club, carved from medium brown wood with light patina, sides taper to a single triangular point. Grooved knob at top of the handle with single suspension hole. Short plain shaft tapering to a four sided fully carved club. L
19th Century Whalebone Club with Rounded Base and Handle
Patu Par?oa, early 19th century whalebone club, with rounded base small chip to one side. Short flat handle with slightly wider flat knob at the top, two shallow horizontal ridges on each side of the knob and a small square suspension hole [edges worn], le
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Translucent Green Pounamu Mere with White Feathering and Drilled Hole
Mere pounamu, [18th century], an exceptional pre-European pounamu mere of a translucent medium green colour with waves of white feathering, large well worn stone drilled hourglass hole. Length 14.96 in., known as the Kronfeld mere after the first…
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Rare Chatham Island curved stone okewa hand club, bird shape
Patu Okewa, rare Chatham Island curved stone okewa [hand club], bird shape, oval cross section. Worn oval knob on the top of the handle. Surface pitted and some flake scars, surfaces worn. Length 10.83 in. [approx]. Provenance: Estate of John Lawford.
Pounamu Mere: Traditional Maori Weapon with Graduating Ribbing
A pounamu mere, the blade tapers down to the grip and terminates with graduating ribbing. With a pierced hole at the grip. For early Maori, creating weapons and tools from pounamu was a lengthy process of separating fragments from large boulders by continu
19th Century Wahaika with Wheku Figure and Janus Face
A late 19th century wahaika (carved wood hand club), Hooked lobed blade with wheku figure carved to the inner blade curve. Pierced for suspension with unusual janus wheku face carved to the butt, height 14.57 in.,
Pre-European Inanga Pounamu Whao with Partial Heat-Treatment
A Pre-European pounamu Whao (chisel), Inanga variety stone with an unusual dark demarcation to the upper section indicating partial heat-treatment. Hammer end slanted. Circular cross-section tapering to a steep bevel and sharp cutting edge. Smooth polished
18th Century Kawakawa Pounamu Pendant with Countersunk Suspension Hole
18th century mere pounamu, Kawakawa variety pounamu with countersunk suspension hole. Some fritting evident to the blade, 10.63 in. length
19th Century Wahaika with Carved Wheku Figure and Hooked Blade
A good early 19th century wahaika (carved wood hand club), traditional hooked blade with carved wheku figure to the inner blade curve. The grip section terminating in a carved wheku head. Pierced for suspension. Small natural wood depression to one side of
Pararoa Patu: Traditional Hand Club with Unique Notching Feature
A patu Pararoa (hand club), traditional spatulate shaped blade reducing to the grip, pierced for suspension with unusual notching to the butt, height 14.76 in.,
Whale Bone Kotiate with Carved Wheku Head, 30 cm Height
A whale bone kotiate (hand club), traditional lobed blade with the handle pierced for suspension terminating in a carved wheku head, height 11.81 in.,
Whale Bone Kotiate Club with Carved Wheku Head and Paua
A good whale bone kotiate (hand club), with traditional lobed blade and handle terminating in a carved wheku head with cut paua inlaid eyes. Pierced for suspension, height 12.60 in.,
Polished Inanga Toki Pounamu Stone with Scarf Marks, 6cm Length
Toki pounamu, polished inanga variety stone, scarf marks to one lateral side, cutting edge sharp and intact. 2.36 in. length.
Pre-European Kawakawa Toki Pounamu Adze Blade, 21 cm Length
A Pre-European toki pounamu (adze blade), Kawakawa variety stone, tapering quadrangular shape. Hammer pecking to the pole section and across the surface, chips to the blade section. 8.27 in. length.
Te Kaha Pounamu Rei Niho Pendant with Certificate 2018
Te Kaha carved pounamu (gem inanga) rei niho (eye tooth) pendant with certificate 2018, length 2.68 in.
Carved Pounamu Rei Niho Pendant with Certificate, 7.2cm (2019)
Te Kaha carved pounamu (chatoyant tangiwai) large rei niho (eye tooth) pendant with certificate 2019, length 2.83 in.
Te Kaha's Masterful Carved Pounamu Toki with Certificate 2016
Te Kaha carved pounamu hei toki with certificate 2016. Te Kaha is a master pounamu practitioner, educator and spokesperson who has honed his skillset and craft over three decades. Te Kaha's pounamu pieces have gained a reputation nationally and internation
Contemporary Maori Carved Pounamu Hei Tiki with Kawakawa Nephrite
A contemporary Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, ' B ' type, head turned to left shoulder, three finger hand to chest and thigh. Of good depth. Kawakawa nephrite, height 4.33 in.
Pair of Maori Pounamu Whao with Angled Bevels
Two Maori old pounamu whao, both of flat mildly tapered form, angled bevels with straight cutting edge. L's.44' & 1.69 in. & .
Maori Pre-European Toki: Pounamu and Dark Stone Varieties
Two small Maori pre-European small toki, one pounamu with scarf and snap evidence to side, length 2.36 in. The other small dark stone toki of flat flared form, length 2.36 in.
Pre-European Maori Pounamu Toki: Wide Flat Tapered Form
A Maori pre-European pounamu toki, wide flat tapered form. Mostly polished. The blade edge nearly straight, length 3.94 in.
Maori pre-European pounamu small toki with polished rectangular form
A Maori pre-European pounamu small toki, wide flat near rectangular form. Mostly polished, scarf grooves to the sides, the poll with evidence of snap. The blade edge nearly straight, length 2.76 in., width 1.85 in.
Pre-European Maori Pounamu Toki Found at Cape Farewell 1910
A pre-European Maori pounamu toki (adze), mainly polished, the straight side with scarf and snap grooves, the other mildly curved, mid/dark green with pale inclusions, angled bevel with straight cutting edge, the angled poll end with natural fractured fini
Mid/Late 20th Century Maori Carved Pounamu Mere with Curved Ridges
A mid/late 20th century Maori carved mere pounamu curved ridged butt end, cylindrical pierced suspension hole, length 11.02 in. Tiny flake to blade.
Female Maori pounamu hei tiki, pre-European, type II pendant
A Maori pre-European pounamu hei tiki, type II, of female form, well carved with head turned to the left shoulder, displays small recessed ring eyes, chin and ear projections, the counter sunk suspension hole dominantly drilled from the reverse one hand to
Wahaika Maori Club: Carved Whalebone, 19th Century, 37.5cm High
Wahaika Maori club, carved whalebone, 19th century, 14.76 in. high
Hei Tiki Gift: A Royal Presentation from New Zealand
A Presentation Hei Tiki Gifted to King Edward VIII. The Hei tiki was presented to the then Prince of Wales during a visit to West Harbour, Dunedin, as part of his 1920 royal tour of New Zealand and the greater commonwealth. He received a grand welcome with
Pounamu & Serpentine Pendant Collection
Pounamu and serpentine pendants
Whale Tooth Pendant with Pounamu Toggle Necklace
Whale tooth pendant with pounamu toggle, 4.72 in. length
Broken Maori Weapon Parts: Toki Blade and Patu Grip
A toki blade and the upper section of a patu onewa (short hand club), both pieces broken away. The toki blade is sharp and intact. The patu grip displays a countersunk suspension hole and three concentric grooves to the butt, 4.33 in., 2.36 in. length.
Samoan Paddle Warriors
A Samoan paddle Club
Inanga Toki Pounamu with Broken Poll
A small toki pounamu, Inanga stone, broken away poll, 1.97 in. length.
Inanga Toki Pounamu Stone with Scarfing
Small toki pounamu, Inanga variety stone with scarfing to the reverse and right lateral edge, 2.36 in. length.
Kawakawa Toki Pounamu Stone
Pre-European toki pounamu, Kawakawa variety stone. Uneven poll and blade, left lateral edge broken away at the back, 3.15 in. length.
Handcrafted Pounamu Toki: 10cm Length, 7cm Height
Worked pounamu and a small toki, 3.94 in., 2.76 in. length.
Broken Pounamu Whao Chisels - 8cm and 5cm
Two pounamu Whao (chisels), upper sections broken away, 3.15 in., 1.97 in.
Pounamu Offcut Box
A box of pounamu Offcuts
Spatulate Patu Tuna from Wagner Museum Collection
Patu Tuna (Eel club), Spatulate shaped blade tapering to the grip, Provenance: Wagner Musuem collection, Northland, 17.32 in. length.
Fired Inanga Toki Pounamu with Scarfing
Pre-European toki pounamu, Inanga variety stone showing evidence of firing. Tapering quadrangular form with scarfing to both lateral edges. Uneven poll and some fritting to the cutting edge, Provenance: Wagner Museum collection. Northland. Displaying a Wag
Patu Onewa: Ancient Stone Hand Club
Pre-European patu onewa (stone hand club), basalt short hand club, spatulate shape reducing to the grip, three concentric grooves to the butt. Mid and upper section is lacquered. Countersunk suspension hole. Chip to the butt, some fritting to the blade, 30
Taranaki Chief's Kawakawa Pounamu Mere Weapon, 28cm
Early contact period mere pounamu (short bladed nephrite weapon), crafted from Kawakawa variety pounamu, with spatulate blade. The blade tapers to the reduced grip section with countersunk suspension hole terminating in three reducing grooves, Provenance:
18th Century Kahurangi Pounamu Hei Tiki
A superb 18th century hei tiki, type I form with both hands to thighs, carved in highly prized Kahurangi pounamu. Facial features finely carved but worn, inlaid paua eyes and red ceiling wax embellishment. Some natural scaring to the back of the head. Prov
18th Century Inanga Mere Pounamu
A good 18th century mere pounamu, fired inanga variety stone. Classic tapering spatulate shape terminating in three concentric grooves at the butt. Pierced for suspension with a countersunk hole, 12.60 in. length.
Whalebone Kotiate with Carved Wheku Head
A good whalebone kotiate (hand club), traditional lobed blade with the handle pierced for suspension terminating in a carved wheku head. Attached woven fiber, 12.99 in. length.
Argillite Patu Onewa with Suspension Hole and Grooves
A patu onewa (stone hand club), argillite, tapering spatulate shape with a countersunk hole for suspension, the butt terminating with three graduating grooves. Chip to the blade edge, 14.17 in. length.
Kawakawa Stone Chisel with Polished Edge
Partially formed toki pounamu and Whao chisel Bisected by a Lapidary scarf, Kawakawa variety stone. Polished with sharp cutting edge, 3.94 in. length.
Pre-European Quadrangular Toki Pounamu with Scarring
A Pre-European toki pounamu, broad quadrangular form, the surface of the face uneven with natural scaring, polished bevel with a straight sharp cutting edge, 6.69 in. length.
Large Inanga Toki Pounamu Stone Axe
A large Pre-European toki pounamu, Inanga variety stone, poll uneven, rounded lateral edges, slightly rounded cutting edge but intact. Polished throughout, 9.84 in. length.
Broken Kawakawa Toki Pounamu Stone, 17cm
A Pre-European toki pounamu, Kawakawa variety stone, poll and upper section broken away, scarfing to the right lateral edge, cutting edge sharp. Small amount of fritting to the blade, 6.69 in. length.
Inanga Toki Pounamu Stone with Uneven Poll, Pre-European
A Pre-European toki pounamu, Inanga variety stone, tapering form with uneven poll, some losses, 3.35 in. length.
Kawakawa Toki Pounamu Stone with Natural Scarring
A Pre-European toki pounamu, Kawakawa variety stone. Poll uneven, the face and back show some natural scarring, polished bevel and blade. Small chip to the sharp cutting edge, 3.54 in. length.
Kawakawa Toki Pounamu Stone - Pre-European Poll Axe
A Pre-European toki pounamu, Kawakawa variety stone, chipped to poll, natural scarring to the back, some fritting to the blade, 3.54 in. length.
18 cm Pounamu with Clear Cutting Edge and Bevel
Worked pounamu, Incipient bevel and clear cutting edge, 7.09 in. length.
Blue Pounamu Hei Tiki with Paua Inset Eyes
A very small pounamu hei tiki, of unusual blue toned stone, with head tilted, chin to left shoulder, paua inset eyes, flexed stance with hands to thighs, height 2.17 in.
Kokopu Pounamu Spatula with Blue-Green Splash
A mere pounamu, of kokopu variety with and unusual splash of 'Blue-green', spatula shape with simple butt knob pierced with large hourglass hole, length 12.80 in.
Maori Stone Hand Club with Tapered Blade
A pre-European Maori patu onewa (stone hand club), the tapered spatulate blade with chip to the flattish top. The butt with defined ridge, length 9.65 in.
Gold-repaired Maori Hei Tiki Pendant
A 19th century pounamu Maori hei tiki with gold repairs, with chin to left shoulder., the right hand to chest and left to thigh, cracked through and with two rose gold pinned bar repairs, length 4.33 in.
River-worn nephrite pounamu slab with natural edge
A large nephrite pounamu cut slab, the flat slab a quarter cut section from a river worn boulder with natural curved sloping edge and right-angle cuts, dark green with pale flecking. 11.81 in. x 13.98 in. x 0.87 in. 6kgs. Provenance: Ex. The estate of a…
Mountainous Nephrite Pounamu Boulder
A large nephrite pounamu cut river worn boulder, the bulbous quarter boulder with right angle cuts allowing standing display showing mountainous form. Good dark green tone. 7.09 in. x 4.53 in. x 9.45 in. 9.5kgs. Provenance: Ex. The estate of a retired…
Mountainous Nephrite Pounamu Boulder Display
A large nephrite pounamu cut river worn boulder, the flattish quarter boulder with right angle cuts allowing standing display showing mountainous form similar to that of a scholar's rock. Good dark green tone. 12.20 in. x 4.33 in. x 11.02 in. 13kgs.…
Maori Toki Potangata with Pounamu Blade and Feather Decoration
Hand carved Maori toki Potangata with plain Kanuka handle and pounamu stone blade, woven fibre lashing and feather decoration, 22.05 in. long (stand), 14.57 in. high
Dark Kawakawa Pounamu Mere by Malcolm Brown
A contemporary pounamu mere by Malcom Brown dark kawakawa variety stone. Length 11.81 in.
Pounamu Triangular Flake Tool from Aotearoa
A pounamu flake tool, Aotearoa. A worked flake in a triangular form. With extensive bruising to the form. Length 3.94 in., width 2.36 in., depth 0.83 in. Provenance: Private Collection, Aotearoa