The huia was one of New Zealand’s most revered native birds as it’s attractive black and white tail feathers were sought after by Maori and Europeans alike as a symbol of prestige. Now the Huia is extinct and is represented often in the art of New Zealand as a symbol of National treasure and beauty.
This huia feather carving has been slowly hand crafted from a piece of salvaged rimu timber, painted in durable acrylic and finished with a beeswax polish. Feather measures 49 × 10 × 2cm, is fitted with a tri-ring for easy hanging indoors. Use a soft cloth to dust and avoid display in full sun or near heat. Beautiful as a stand alone piece or part of a collection.
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The huia was one of New Zealand’s most revered native birds as it’s attractive black and white tail feathers were sought after by Maori and Europeans alike as a symbol of prestige. Now the Huia is extinct and is represented often in the art of New Zealand as a symbol of National treasure and beauty.
This huia feather carving has been slowly hand crafted from a piece of salvaged rimu timber, painted in durable acrylic and finished with a beeswax polish. Feather measures 49 × 10 × 2cm, is fitted with a tri-ring for easy hanging indoors. Use a soft cloth to dust and avoid display in full sun or near heat. Beautiful as a stand alone piece or part of a collection.
See options for gifting.