Carved Kiwi Tokotoko - by Wood Masters tuatara art On a thick plaited waxed

On a thick plaited waxed nylon cord

The hoe was primarily a paddle

and is a life-sized juvenile and anatomically correct

normally given to the next in line

Artists declaration:

Carved Kiwi Tokotoko - by Wood Masters tuatara art On a thick plaited waxedCarved tokotoko by Wood Masters 93cm Carved in New Zealand from Tulipwood Carved kiwi on the top Could be easily shortened if too long About Tokotoko: The Tokotoko is a ceremonial carved Walking Stick, which are generally carried by those who have authority to speak on the Marae (Meeting House). Those who carry a Tokotoko are usually of importance or high rank within the iwi (tribe). The carving on a Tokotoko may represent a legend or ancestor and was