Title: Life and Death - Fly on Bone
Artist: Owen Mapp

Materials: Mammoth Ivory, 40.000 years old, + Woven Cord, Toggle

Dimensions: 11 x 4.5 x 4 cm 

The living blow fly in its life cycle needs to feed on carrion to survive, a balance of life, so this motif represents that we are all part of this cycle.

Please note: Due to the organic materials used in the making of this carving, this piece cannot be shipped outside of New Zealand. Thank you for your understanding.

Please note: This piece is part of the current exhibition Myths & Legends which is on show from the 1st-31st May. These works will be available to pick up in store (Steph Lusted Jewellery & Objets d'Art, 17 Whitmore Street, Wellington) on Saturday 31st May. Otherwise, if you choose the shipping option, will be couriered out to you on Tuesday 3rd June. Thank you for your understanding. Please contact me directly if you need this piece before these dates.