Hand Carved Parata Mask (female)14cm by Thomas Hansen thomas hansen pine forests

pine forests

Goat - 49cm x 29cm

largely open

confidence and independence

the trust has asked people to go to the site of the most recent suspected sighting - with the permission of the landowners and a permit - to follow up

Hand Carved Parata Mask (female)14cm by Thomas Hansen thomas hansen pine forestsHandcarved in New Zealand by Thomas Hansen Parata is the name of the mask on the front of a meeting house fixed to the gable. The mask was carved in a more naturalistic manner, having the tattoo marks of the person it represents. The moko (tattoo) tells the story of family history on the fathers side and the mothers side. It may record other family members, or feats and accomplishments in arts and war. The moko would also indicate tribal affiliations