Hei Matau - 5608TO

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Coastal and river-based Māori tribes traditionally used a variety of fishhooks and lures. Hooks and lures varied in shape, material and design. Today hei matau (fishhooks) have become symbolic of traditional Māori technology and continue to symbolize a relationship to Tangaroa, God of the sea.

Material: Pounamu (Kawakawa)

Measurements: 55mm x 55mm x 8mm
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Artist: Te Okiwa Morgan

Position: Tauira (Student)

Iwi: Tūhourangi, Ngāti Wahiao, Ngāti Hinekura, Ngāti Whakaue
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Artist: Te Okiwa Morgan

Position: Tauira (Student)

Iwi: Tūhourangi, Ngāti Wahiao, Ngāti Hinekura, Ngāti Whakaue