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(Ngapuhi, Te Roroa, Ngati Whatua)
b. 1947

Alex Nathan is a leading Maori silversmith, jeweller, and cultural advocate whose work spans over 30 years. Nathan is revered for his masterful use of traditional Maori designs in materials such as sterling silver, copper, bone, and shell.
Alex has played a pivotal role in nurturing Maori art in the Far North, helping young artists develop their skills through workshops and programmes. He continues to pass down his knowledge to emerging artists and inspire a new generation of Maori jewellers and makers.
Nathan's journey into silversmithing began in 1991 when he was introduced to the Hopi overlay method. His work blends traditional Maori motifs drawn from whakairo (carving), kowhaiwhai (scroll patterns), tukutuku (latticework), and taniko (woven patterns), creating unique, hand-carved adornments that are works of art in their own right.


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