18th Century Kawakawa Stone Hei Tiki with Paua Eyes

A good 18th century hei tiki, type I form with hands to thighs carved in Kawakawa variety stone. Well defined facial features with cut paua eyes and mouth displaying tongue and teeth. Thick muscular body with elbow projections and well defined fingers. Countersunk suspension hole, height 4.13 in.,

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Maori artefacts
- ornaments and adornments 377
- tiki, whalebone and other materials 66