
Medium Rapa Nui
(MEDR)
Designed by Marie Michon
10" x 9" x19"; 65lbs
In this reproduction by Iris Nardini taken from the world’s most isolated
island, the classic mystery of Easter Island is reborn. Located over 3500
km (2700 miles) off the coast of Chile, this island boasts the world’s largest
collection of megaliths. These giant statues range in height from 3 to 10m
(10 - 33 feet) and were constructed over 18 centuries ago. All of the statues
face westward and their significance is still a subject of debate. Some say
they represent lost kings, and that one was constructed for every king. Others
say they are to scare away invaders. They were carved from volcanic rock from
Rano Raraku. The real mystery is how they were transported to where they now
stand. Weighing as much as 27 metric tons (50,000lbs), the mystery is as great
as the construction of the pyramids. Standing in permanent serenity, Rapa
Nui is the perfect addition to your garden as a birdbath with his cap or as
a sundial without it.