Tekoteko represents the human form which can be either freestanding, attached to the gable of a whare (house), or carved into the central poles of the great meeting houses.

Tekoteko
Sparkling smooth wood crafted to perfection. Hypnotizing, powerful eyes glancing at you.
A powerstone swirl and all sorts of carvings, many shapes and sizes.
The Tekteko is a sacred guard that will accept a friend and attack a foe.
Written by Toby N., Y4 H21

Forceful
The eyes say: Stay back! as I approach.
Looks like he’s doing...a haka.
The eyes of paua hypnotize me.
He says: You are in my power.
Written by Toby R., Y4 H21

Tekoteko
Green eyes stare straight back at me.
Swirly patterns run through the ancient wood.
Blunt nose, sniffing out friends and foes.
Statue whispering “you are within my aura”.
Written by Abigail T., Y4 H21