This replica of the pre-European weapon, the Tewhatewha ( pronounced te [as in terror]-far-te-far) features a stunning New Zealand greenstone blade.
Whilst the blade suggests the weapon was used like an axe, in reality it was the shaft just below the blade that was used to strike the enemy, with the blade (rapa) used to provide extra weight.
The other pointed end was used for poking the opponent. The feathers were used to flick into the opponent's eyes, distracting them before hitting them with the blade or point.
The Tewhatewha can often be seen in Maori postcards or photographs, and often in the hands of a Maori chief, leading a haka or speaking on the marae. Short tewhatewha, like this one, were probably designed for ceremonial use.
Whilst the blade suggests the weapon was used like an axe, in reality it was the shaft just below the blade that was used to strike the enemy, with the blade (rapa) used to provide extra weight.
The other pointed end was used for poking the opponent. The feathers were used to flick into the opponent's eyes, distracting them before hitting them with the blade or point.
The Tewhatewha can often be seen in Maori postcards or photographs, and often in the hands of a Maori chief, leading a haka or speaking on the marae. Short tewhatewha, like this one, were probably designed for ceremonial use.
The tewhatewha pictured is approximately 39cm (15 1/4") long. A full length tewhatewha would be approximately 1.1 metres long.
Your tewhatewha comes with a matching display stand, as pictured.
Your tewhatewha comes with a matching display stand, as pictured.
For an additional cost you can have an engraved plaque on the base. Enter the words you want on the plaque, in the text box above. Up to 8 words allowed, engraved onto a gold plaque.
Shipping
Shipping Times during Covid-19
Currently (January 2021), Airmail to Australia and the USA is taking about 5 weeks, and Airmail to the UK and Europe is taking 6-7 weeks. Airmail to South America is at least 8 weeks, and allow up to 12 weeks.
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Courier shipping times within New Zealand are approximately one working day to the North Island, 2 working days to the South Island (with an overnight option available at a different price), and up to 3 days to rural areas.
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Medium size Maori Tewhatewha on Stand
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