Rangatira hei Kahu Kereru

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 wears a cloak made with feathers of the Kereru. He holds a tewhatewha with a striking blade (rapa) at one end and point (mata) at the other. The front edge was used for striking rather than the rapa which gave added weight to the blow. A skilled handler could flick the feathers attached to the rapa to distract an opponent, deliver a deadly blow and then finish off with the mata.

Size: H 85mm approx

Weight: 100g

Comes with its own box.