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Hassle-free returns“Kaitiakitanga” - This stunning taonga by esteemed artist Tamaora Walker represents the gathering of knowledge and the protection of our environment & communities. It speaks to the responsibility we carry to care for what has been entrusted to us. A reminder that what we protect today is carried forward for generations to come.
The pounamu artwork itself is 21.5cm (h) x 16cm (w) and the entire piece stands at 34cm high including base and stand. The base is also NZ pounamu.
The artist behind this creationPerhaps it’s a trick of the light that lends translucence to Tamaora’s work. Or maybe this glow is evidence of an ancient Māori belief that pounamu lives and breathes. Tamaora regards pounamu with reverence and respect born of his Māori heritage, with traditional forms and symbolism deeply influencing his designs. Tamaora is from Ngāti Rangiwewehi, Ngāti Whakaue and Ngāti Rangitihi.
He has also exhibited overseas and studied the work of international carvers.
