Carved Wooden Tekoteko on Base (31.5cm Tall)

This Carved Tekoteko would make a lovely Trophy, Presentation Piece, Souvenir of New Zealand or as an alternative to the traditional 21st Birthday Key!

It is Made in New Zealand from sustainably harvested Tulipwood and measures 31.5cm Tall and the Base is 15cm Wide (Left to Right at the Base) by 11.5cm Deep.

It has inlaid Paua Shell Eyes.

These figures were freestanding figures that stood on top of carved meeting houses. Most of these figures had a stance that represented a position in a haka, or a fighting stance, with a weapon. The purpose of the teko teko was to overlook the forecourt in front of a carved house and challenge any visitors to the tribe. If the visitors were deemed to be friendly, teko teko would then offer protection.