This is an art fully sculptured Cook Islands statue. The Shark was a popular Aumakua in the Cook Islands, and Tangaloa was the people's deity. Here the two are carved in effigy depicting that they are one spirit, controlled by Tangaloa. A contemporary carving of Ancient beliefs. ORIGINAL: Private collection PROVENANCE: Rarotonga This carved Tiki measures 27" tall. It is a dramatic piece with a very powerful presence. A distinctive piece of Oceanic Art and would be a great addtition to a Pacific collection. Also a great gift idea with much Aloha... Shipping cost to continental US:$16.50 Please contact us for other locations. Cook Islands RAROTONGA Shark Tiki God Statue Carving. South Seas Wooden Sculpture. Polynesian Carved Art C5 Copyright 2006. Hamakua Trading LLC, P O Box 30, Ninole, HI 96773