Carved Kiwi Tokotoko - by Wood Masters A Dolman When seen in close proximity

When seen in close proximity it is a magnificent bird

Ceramic New Zealand Tiki

In mythology Rongo is the god of cultivated food

About the Kakapo:

reaches 150cm in length and can vary in colour from silver and blue

Carved Kiwi Tokotoko - by Wood Masters A Dolman When seen in close proximityCarved 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