Bone Carving #10 Tekoteko - (Toa Rangatira) ripeka black wax cord

black wax cord

Front side only

looks smart during casual or formal wearing and it helps keep it the upoko looking forward

Heru to be worn in the hair and can be worn by both men or women

transfer our ancestral and whānau stories

Bone Carving #10 Tekoteko - (Toa Rangatira) ripeka black wax cordTekoteko (Toa Rangatira) This taonga represents a highly born leader, a chiefly warrior holding a Tewhatewha (long handled club weapon), traditionally used for signalling or preparing for battle, used more commonly today during traditional ceremonies, kapahaka and whaikrero (when orators speak). This depicts a male tupuna or ancestor with great stature, leadership responsibilities and mana. A great taonga for a rangatahi or an emerging leader or