Wooden Heru - by Shayne O'Neill weaponry 75cm x 54cm (including frame)

75cm x 54cm (including frame)

Overall length approximately 22cm

width 20cm

There may also be a slight difference in size between the varieties and a slight difference in their calls

In Maori culture (particularly in the pre-European days)

Wooden Heru - by Shayne O'Neill weaponry 75cm x 54cm (including frame)Heru (comb) by Shayne O'Neill Features two types of wood 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 keeping