ETHNOGRAPHIC ART AND ARTEFACTS
Friday, 14 - Monday, 24 March 2025
Niki Nepia contemporary large Māori hei tiki
Estimate $2,000 - $3,400
Realised: $2,100 plus premium
Lot Details
contemporary interpretation of connection between hands and thighs. Sharp defined lines, chin to left shoulder, ring recessed eyes. H.120mm. Note: Nepia is the owner of Puawai Jade and became a specialist pounamu carver in 2003. It is noted that his work is defined by traditional art forms and extends into domains that he finds satisfies contemporary sculpture and adornment.
