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THBRare 19th C. Maori Wooden Tekoteko (Carved Figure)
Lot 162c
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Oceania, New Zealand, Maori, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A large, dramatic example of a tekoteko, an anthropomorphic figure that represents an ancestor (tupuna). The tall figure is painted entirely a rich, deep red and is intricately carved from a single piece of wood. The figure has a traditional dramatic top knot, a striking face with extended tongue, and stands in a crouched pose as if ready to issue a challenge. The bulging eyes contribute to the figure's fierce appearance. Size: 5.7" L x 8.45" W x 40.75" H (14.5 cm x 21.5 cm x 103.5 cm); 41.25" H (104.8 cm) on included custom stand.
Whakarewarewa, the "living Maori village" in New Zealand, writes, "Tekoteko is a Maori language term for carved, human like figures crafted to represent ancient tribal ancestors who instill general protection and guardianship over the tribe. These striking figures are intricately designed by master carvers and are often the most focal point of the whare whakairo (carved tribal meeting house). They can also be found at the top of traditional meeting houses, at the front centre post, at the base of the poutokomanawa (central ridge support post) of the house or at the entrance of a marae."
Provenance: ex-Mark & Carolyn Blackburn, Hawaii, USA collection
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#156036Surface wear commensurate with age including some weathering and loss to pigment. Small loss from back top. Wood has stable vertical fissures as a result of weathering. Form and pigment well preserved as shown.Condition
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