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An antique taxidermy Kea (Nestor notabilis)
$5,391.65
£4,013.73
€4,500
CA$7,385.21
A$8,213.96
CHF 4,289.08
MX$99,955.19
NOK 54,778.05
SEK 51,372.14
DKK 34,256.93
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England, 19th century
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Private collection, Belgium
The kea, indigenous to New Zealand’s Southern Alps, was considered a cunning trickster by the Māori. It is perceived in their tradition as a kaitiaki (guardian) of the mountains and an emblem of persistence. Its behaviours were occasionally construed as omens or navigational aids for travellers.
European settlers, however, regarded the kea as a pest because of its infamous tendency to scavenge and purported assaults on sheep. This resulted in extensive culling during the 19th and 20th centuries, significantly reducing its number.
Currently, the kea is safeguarded and revered as an emblem of New Zealand’s natural environment. It represents adaptability, intellect, and the equilibrium between nature and human influence, in accordance with Māori values of kaitiakitanga (guardianship).
- Dimensions:Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 16.54 in (42 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
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