Whitu 2020

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Tom Carroll Pūtātara Totara/Charonia Tritonis; L420 X H130 X W150mm

$2250

Tom Carroll Whanganui based Maori artist and musician Tom Carroll’s background as a sculptor and musician led him to Taonga Pūoro – Māori wind instruments. Over seven years Tom has refined his carving and playing skills since reading a book on Māori instruments. Tom works in found materials and native timbers using traditional and modern methods of construction. His mahi explores ideas around lost traditions and the potential of technology in the evolution of tradition. Rapua te Mea Ngaro: Te Kohimu Parahi Searching for that which was lost: The Bronze Whisper


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