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A bold hei-matau carved in deer antler.
Artist: Anthony Bray-Heta
This matau is a lovely fusion of the matau (hook) and the manaia. It is a wonderfully crafted piece carved in a nice dense piece of antler - with its typical interesting patina. This is a very tough material so you can wear this piece all day, every day!
Anthony is a New Zealand artist and carver working out of his Australian studio - he is an exceptionally talented designer and craftsman who learnt his carving with renowned Master Bone carver - Alan Nopera. He is also a skilled jeweller and combines these talents to produce interesting and eclectic pieces that are a joy to handle and wear.
Bound with an adjustable Kalahari Tan cord. Check out the little dragon head clasp the cords run through - a clever way to manage the cord's length!
Anthony is a new artist for us and we have a small selection of pieces that he has carved for us. Check them out at the links below:
- ETCHED - Koru
- GUIDED SPIRIT - Manaia
- GUIDED LIGHT - Matau
- FIND ME - Manaia
The Matau: 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.
We provide this with an adjustable cord. Also included, our 'Kia Ora' card, which explains the meaning behind the Hook design.
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Meaning: Abundance ~ Purity ~ Positive Energy
Artist: Anthony Bray-Heta
Material: Deer Antler
Cord Colour: Tan
Cord Length: Adjustable
Size: 83mm (3.3") long; 46mm (1.8") wide
