Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.

KINGFISHER

$4,099.00 AUD
$4,099.00 AUD
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.

KINGFISHER

$4,099.00
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.

KINGFISHER

$4,099.00
Description

KINGFISHER

A spectacular sculptural Matau, carved by Kerry Thompson.

This is an outstanding artwork carved in New Zealand Argillite. A matau sculpture presented on a stand made from a chip of Argillite.

KINGFISHER - ONE ONLY - Please view the video of Kerry Thompson briefly explaining his work of art.

Kerry has used a dual polish - parts a high shine and parts a soft matte - this lends this matau depth and a provides a wonderful contrast that is picked up when the light strikes stone's planes. 

One side has a flowing kowhaiwhai design running around the edge from the hook through the tip. The other side has two fish carved into the side. This is a superb example of New Zealand art.

What a superb sculptural piece by a Master carver and artist. The base is in and of itself a work of beauty - New Zealand argillite in its natural form, a tactile work of art with a polished, smooth underside! KINGFISHER sits beautifully.

KINGFISHER is a large and eye-catching Matau - a fabulous display of New Zealand traditional art at its finest. 

KINGFISHER is a fantastic showcase piece!

The Hook:  The wearer of a Hei-Matau is seen as a provider and protector who is strong willed and determined to succeed in life - what a lovely sentiment to gift to someone important to you.

PLEASE NOTE: the hook slots into a brass rod that is fixed to the Argillite stand. We have not glued this, preferring to leave it removable so that you can position the matau on the base in the position that you find most attractive.

We will include our 'Kia Ora' card, which explains the meaning behind the Matau/Hook design.

If you have any questions please email Bo: bo@nzpacific.com

WORLDWIDE DELIVERY INCLUDED

Meaning: Good Fortune ~ Abundance ~ Adventure

Artist: Kerry Thompson

Material: New Zealand Argillite, Pākohe Stone

Matau Size: 15cm (5.9 inches) long; 11cm (4.3 inches) wide

Pākohe Stand Size: 13cm (5.1 inches) wide; 3cm (1.2 inches) high

Height of Sculpture: 18cm (7.1 inches)

Weight: 741 Grams

Shipping & Return
Worldwide shipping is free. All International deliveries over $NZ150 are made using an Express Courier service. Packages with a value up to NZ$150 will be shipped using an International Airmail service. Express Courier Packages are tracked. Please visit our 'Shipping Information' page for delivery times to your country. Under some circumstances we are happy to accept an item back for a replacement or refund. Please visit our 'Returns' page for specific information about this.

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