Guardian

1993

Kerry Wilson

Accessible

1993–Current

  • 1.30 MSB – Waikato Management School, University of Waikato, Kirikiriroa Hamilton

Type

  • Carving

Medium

  • Wood

Dimensions

  • H2050 x W600 x D550mm

Kerry Wilson, 'Pare,' 'Matauranga,' and 'Guardian' (1993), University of Waikato, Kirikiriroa Hamilton.

Images: Bronwyn Holloway-Smith, Public Art Heritage Aotearoa New Zealand, 2022

Artists
Credit

University of Waikato Art Collection

Associated Artwork Organisation(s)

Description

Part of a set of 3 tōtara carvings created in the same year: 'Guardian'; 'Pare - Waikato, Raukawa, Wairere'; and 'Matauranga'.

In this piece, ‘Guardian’, the wero (warrior) embodies guardianship and symbolises a challenge to all students who come to the WMS.

Source: University of Waikato Art Collection

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