BIG Hand Carved Maori Tiki Statue with Bonus Items
Updated August 28, 2026
| Lot number | 34 |
| Auction | Autumn & Asian Art, Luxury Home Contents-Ann Arbor area 1 |
| Date | September 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM CDT |
| Auction house | Elite Collectors Estates |
| Location | houston, Texas |
A marvelous example of traditional Maori woodcarving from New Zealand. The large freestanding Tekoteko (ancestral guardian) figure is sculpted from a single piece of quality native timber, likely Matai wood, with inlaid Paua shell eyes. In excellent vintage condition with no breaks or repairs, the original finish is rich and superb. A high-quality example of vintage New Zealand tribal art, perfect for a collection of Pacific carvings or as a standalone decor piece. Dimensions: Tekoteko is 14.75" H x 3.75" W x 3.75" D, weighs 2 pounds 9 oz. Bonus items: A carved wooden fish, a ceramic tiki cup, and a tropical flower arrangement in a ceramic coconut planter. Total combined weight is 6 pounds 6 oz.
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