Apocalypse 21.1: The Legend of Moai Tai-hare'-a'tua

“A solitary legend relates to an unique figure, resembling rather a block than an image which lies on the surface on the outside of the mountain. It is the single exception to the rule mentioned above, that no evolution can be traced in the statues on the island. The usual conception is there, and the hands are shown, but the head seems to melt into the body and the ear and arm to have become confused. It is said to have been the first image made and is known as Tai-hare’-atua, which tradition says was the name of the maker. He found himself unable to fashion it properly, and went over to the other side of the island to consult with a man who lives near Hanga Roa, named Rauwai-ika. He stayed the night there, but the expert remained silent, and he was retiring disappointed in the morning, when he was followed by his host, called him back. “Make your image,” said he, “like me,” -that is, in form of a man.”
Katherine Routledge, 1919
The Mystery of Easter Island -184