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Maori Sculpture - Colonisation - by Shayne O'Neill - Ngati Kahungunu
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Contemporary Maori Artwork by Shayne O'Neill (Ngati Kahungunu Iwi)
Title: Colonisation
Carved Oamaru Stone and Barbed Wire mounted on Wood
This one of a kind piece of art has been hand carved from Oamaru Stone
Made to hang on the wall.
About the artwork "Colonisation":
Contemporary art work reflecting a powerful interpretation of Colonisation.
A thought provoking piece.
The carved weapon is within the restraints of the barbed wire, but is it?
Barbed wire does not touch the weapon.
Barbed wire is well known for its presence in the Amnesty International logo.
Equality, Freedom, and Justice.
Measurements:
67cm x 21cm x 18cm including barbed wire and wood
67cm x 21cm x 11cm not including barbed wire
About Patu:
Patu are a type of short-handled club and were mainly used as a striking weapon. The blow administered with this weapon was a horizontal thrust straight from the shoulder at the enemy's temple. If the enemy could be grasped by the hair then the patu would be driven up under the ribs or jaw. Patu were made from hardwood, whale bone, or stone. The most prestigious material for the patu was pounamu (greenstone). Maori often decorated the patu by carving into the wood, bone or stone.
