Many Maori woodcarvings were treasured objects that became precious and sacred heirlooms. This carved knife from New Zealand is decorated with shell inlays and extremely sharp shark's teeth.

We also have a number of works by Maori artists in the gallery including pieces by Roi Toia, who is a master contemporary carver and a close friend of Hatfield's. He will be the subject of a film ...

Master carver Matahi Whakataka-Brightwell spent 10 years training with Māori elders before he began these carvings—one of which is 46 feet tall. Join a guided kayak or boat cruise to experience ...