Wooden Heru (comb) with Deer Antler Strip - by Shayne O'Neill whakairo Beef bone pendant by Norman

Beef bone pendant by Norman Clark

The distinctive sound of its wing beats in flight also draws attention

The mask can be related to an important ancestor of the house or be symbolic of a story relating to the origins of the carving

An eternity symbol

All bowls and plates have a high quality oil finish

Wooden Heru (comb) with Deer Antler Strip - by Shayne O'Neill whakairo Beef bone pendant by NormanHeru (comb) by Shayne O'Neill Wood with deer antler inlay About the Heru: Heru were traditionally produced in varying shapes and sizes and were made from wood, and in some instances bone. These combs were highly valued as a personal heirloom and were handed down from one generation to the next. The combs were mostly decorative and held the ptikitiki (top knot) in place. When a comb was broken, it was placed in a swamp or a sacred place for safe