$540.00
Often considered descendants of Tangaroa, whales whakapapa to Māori and are highly regarded tūpuna (ancestors) symbolising abundance and strength. Rei puta symbolise this connection, with the carver taking the form of the rei parāoa (sperm whale tooth) and infusing it with their own inspiration.
This rei puta was carved by Jeremy Walsh from black raukaraka pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 90mm by 45mm, has a semi-gloss finish, and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided polyester cord.
