Pendant

MOA: University of British Columbia

3425/5

Wood pendant (hei tiki) of a stylized human figure. The figure's head is tilting to its right. The large circular eyes have shell inlay. Both hands are on its thighs. A braided cord is tied through a hole at the middle of the forehead.


  • Type of Item pendant
  • Culture Maori
  • Material wood, abalone shell, plant fibre
  • Measurements height 26.0 cm, width 4.5 cm, depth 0.8 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Bette Thompson
  • Received from Bette Thompson

  • Made in New Zealand

  • Creation Date during 1960
  • Ownership Date before February 10, 2020
  • Acquisition Date on February 10, 2020

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3425/0005