Watercolour Painting by Avril Jean - Ruru nohinohi (Little Owl) koru The moko (tattoo) tells the

The moko (tattoo) tells the story of family history on the fathers side and the mothers side

Ceramic native piwakawaka (fantail)

Known for its friendly cheet cheet call and energetic flying antics

Little owls were introduced to New Zealand from Germany between 1906 and 1910

the symmetry of this piece creates a harmonious sense of balance and stability

Watercolour Painting by Avril Jean - Ruru nohinohi (Little Owl) koru The moko (tattoo) tells theOriginal watercolour bird study by Avril Jean. Mounted and framed in a New Zealand made wooden frame. Frame size 40 x 39 cm Mount outer size: 32. 5 x 31. 5 cm Mount window size 18. 5 x 16. 5 cm About the Ruru Nohinohi: The little owl is a small grey brown and white streaked owl that is widespread throughout the drier open country of the eastern and northern South Island. Unlike the morepork, they are often seen perched out in the open during the day.