Bone Carving #24 Wheku (Te Upoko)

This taonga is a wheku, a facial representation of a human face depicting an Ancestor (Tipuna) or Guardian (Kaitiaki).  A kaitiaki is a symbol of strength and courage.

Measures 7.6cm length x 3.8cm width, one-sided carving, adjustable black waxed cord. Discounted as a one-off practice piece which needs a home.