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A Superb "Tabu" Maori Tekoteko Mid-Century NZ Figure with P. H. Leonard Label

$ 102.96

Availability: 100 in stock
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Type: Maori Tekoteko Carved Wood Figure, Paua Shell
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Modified Item: No
  • Artist: P. H. Leonard
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: New Zealand
  • Culture: Pacific Islands
  • Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days

    Description

    A Rare Hand Crafted Maori “Tabu” (Sacred) Teko-Teko (Carved Figure) Carved from Native New Zealand Hardwood with the Label of P. H. Leonard, Maori Master Carver
    Circa: Mid-20
    th
    Century (P. H. Leonard was the Deputy Mayor of Rotarua, NZ in 1962)
    6 1/8 inches (15.6 cm) high 2 5/8 inches (6.6 cm) wide x 1 3/4 inches (4.4 cm) deep
    Condition: Very Good: No Problems.
    Description: This is an expertly carved Maori Teko-Teko figure from the shop of a master. The carving is excellent, the wood smooth and polished, and the paua eyes are lustrous.
    This item was from an Orinda, California collection.
    Shipping insurance is included in the USA and on international shipments when available.
    Shipping can be combined on multiple items if feasible.
    Satisfaction is guaranteed.
    This item is guaranteed to be authentic and in the condition described.
    This auction is presented by
    Jerry Weisberg
    trading in tribal antiques since 1973.