Wooden Heru (comb) with Deer Antler Strip - by Shayne O'Neill teko Whale Bone and Whale Tooth

Whale Bone and Whale Tooth

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Mark Russell (woodturner) created this bowl from the wood of the Kowhai tree

22cm x 33cm including frame

Wooden Heru (comb) with Deer Antler Strip - by Shayne O'Neill teko Whale Bone and Whale ToothHeru (comb) by Shayne O'Neill Wood with deer antler inlay About the Heru: Heru were traditionally produced in varying shapes and sizes and were made from wood, and in some instances bone. These combs were highly valued as a personal heirloom and were handed down from one generation to the next. The combs were mostly decorative and held the ptikitiki (top knot) in place. When a comb was broken, it was placed in a swamp or a sacred place for safe