Rangatira hei Mere Pounamu

Made in the Wairarapa, these delicately hand-painted, solid lead figurines are created by a local family. Beautifully made, using their own moulds, their emphasis has always been on New Zealand themes. From the Old New Zealand range. Taranaki and East Coast Wars 1865-1872 A chief wearing a korowai, a cloak made of finely dressed flax decorated with lengths of twisted flax and red wool. Over this he wears a topuni, a war mat which consists of a flax cloak with dog hairs fastened to it, exclusively worn by men, usually chiefs and high-born warriors. He holds a mere pounamu, a weapon used with a thrusting motion similar to a short sword. Size: H 60 - 90mm approx Weight: 100g Comes with its own box.