Note to back: ' This carving represents TAHI a friendly Taniwha (serpent), when danger would appear on the waters of the tribe the taniwha would appear also’ and Pakati - 4 distinct cuts of the chisel. A signature' of a carver from Whaika village.'
An old Ersari carpet the field decorated with numerous patterned octagonal medallions on a red ground, multiple border guards, red and black colourway. 2000 x 2850mm.
Estimate: $900 - $1,800