protection of whakapapa
The pūngawerewere surface pattern on this patu alludes to the protection of whakapapa - literal bloodlines, but also the whakapapa of journeys and shared histories.
Mangeao is a native timber, and this piece was recovered from whenua in Maniapoto lovingly cared fro by 5 generations of the same whānau.
500mm x 100mm x 25mm 2.5kg