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The Kākā Pōria is a Parrot Leg Ring.Pōria were used historically by Māori to tether Kākā Parrots by the leg.You would simply slip the Parrot's foot through the large hole in the Pōria, and it wouldn't be able to take it off. You would then attach a tether cord through the small hole in the P...

Stirling (Groove-Type). This Hei Tiki has been cast into Stirling Silver from a Whalebone Hei Tiki that I hand-carved. I have then blackened the low-lying spots with Liver of Sulfer, and polished the high points. This is the contrast you can see.Please scroll to view videos of this Taonga. Silver is...

This Taonga is a blend of Customary, and Contemporary. A cast Customary-style Silver Pekapeka sits above a slice of Dinosaur Bone - also known as Agatized Gembone. This particular Dinosaur bone is from what is believed to have been part of a Brontosaurus Skeleton.Pekapeka is the Māori word for 'Bat...

The Matau is a fish-hook.Some Matau were functional in form and others, like this one, were designed to be ceremonial / ornamental.The Matau is hands-down my favourite form to carve - the bevels, curves, tapers, and balance all add to the phenomenal aesthetic.This Matau is made from an exquisite pie...

The Matau is a fish-hook.Some Matau were functional in form and others, like this one, were designed to be ceremonial / ornamental.The Matau is hands-down my favourite form to carve - the bevels, curves, tapers, and balance all add to the phenomenal aesthetic.This Matau is made from a beautiful piec...

The Matau is a fish-hook.Some Matau were functional in form and others, like this one, were designed to be ceremonial / ornamental.The Matau is hands-down my favourite form to carve - the bevels, curves, tapers, and balance all add to the phenomenal aesthetic.This Matau is made from a beautiful piec...

These Taonga are called 'Kapeu' - These are very old forms - even pre-dating European Contact in Aotearoa, NZ.The Kapeu is a great gift for any Mother, Mother-to-be, or even anyone in a symbolically Mother-like role in your life. This is because Kapeu are understood as our traditional Māori 'teethe...

Pounamu Earrings - utilizing a cored piece of South Westland Pounamu.The circle form is simple, yet effective - and has been thinned nicely to let a great deal of light through, capturing the translucent quality of Pounamu.Stirling Silver Hooks, Silver Plated Stainless Steel Posts.Diameter: 20mmLeng...

Pounamu Earrings - utilizing a cored piece of South Westland Pounamu.The circle form is simple, yet effective - and has been thinned nicely to let a great deal of light through, capturing the translucent quality of Pounamu.Stirling Silver Hooks, Silver Plated Stainless Steel Posts.Diameter: 20mmLeng...

The Matau is a fish-hook.Some Matau were functional in form and others, like this one, were designed to be ceremonial / ornamental.The Matau is hands-down my favourite form to carve - the bevels, curves, tapers, and balance all add to the phenomenal aesthetic.This Matau is made from a beautiful piec...

The Matau is a fish-hook.Some Matau were functional in form and others, like this one, were designed to be ceremonial / ornamental.The Matau is hands-down my favourite form to carve - the bevels, curves, tapers, and balance all add to the phenomenal aesthetic.This Matau is made from a beautiful piec...

The Matau is a fish-hook.Some Matau were functional in form and others, like this one, were designed to be ceremonial / ornamental.The Matau is hands-down my favourite form to carve - the bevels, curves, tapers, and balance all add to the phenomenal aesthetic.This Matau is made from a very interesti...

This Taonga is a display of the Whakairo pattern 'Pūngāwerewere'. This pattern is symbolic of a Spider's Web, and is largely associated with the Rongowhakaata Tribe, from the East Coast of Aotearoa, NZ.The spider web is a beautiful house, crafted intricately, and deliberately by the Spider. This T...

This Taonga is a Whakakai Piko - a traditional style Cloakpin.A small piece, but with rich history. This is a form that dates back to pre-European contact in Aotearoa, NZ.The form of a Whakakai Piko is a simple, yet challenging one - with nowhere to hide, it's got to be right!Dark Brown 3-Plait Poly...

This piece of Pounamu / Jade has been crafted into a Scallop Shell.As Māori, we have a very strong connection to the Moana / Ocean. This Taonga was a welcomed break away from the more traditional Taonga that I carve. I hope you like it.This would be a great gift for that water-loving friend of your...

This piece of Pounamu / Jade has been crafted into a Scallop Shell.As Māori, we have a very strong connection to the Moana / Ocean. This Taonga was a welcomed break away from the more traditional Taonga that I carve. I hope you like it.This would be a great gift for that water-loving friend of your...

This Taonga is a display of the Whakairo pattern 'Pūngāwerewere'. This pattern is symbolic of a Spider's Web, and is largely associated with the Rongowhakaata Tribe, from the East Coast of Aotearoa, NZ.The spider web is a beautiful house, crafted intricately, and deliberately by the Spider. This T...

This Taonga is a display of the Whakairo pattern 'Pūngāwerewere'. This pattern is symbolic of a Spider's Web, and is largely associated with the Rongowhakaata Tribe, from the East Coast of Aotearoa, NZ.The spider web is a beautiful house, crafted intricately, and deliberately by the Spider. This T...

This Taonga is a Whakakai Piko - a traditional style Cloakpin.Our traditional Māori pieces carry with them, a rich history. This is a form that dates back to pre-European contact in Aotearoa, NZ. These treasures are also known as 'Taonga Tuturu'.The form of a Whakakai Piko is a simple, yet challeng...

The Matau is a fish-hook.Some Matau were functional in form and others, like this one, were designed to be ceremonial / ornamental.The Matau is hands-down my favourite form to carve - the bevels, curves, tapers, and balance all add to the phenomenal aesthetic.This Matau is made from a nice piece of...

This Taonga is based on the form of a 'Manaia'. Manaia are historically understood as Kaitiaki / Guardians - and can be carved in a number of different forms, including (but not limited to) Bugs, Birds, Lizards, and more.This Manaia is carved from a very nice piece of Pounamu/Jade called 'Inanga', w...

This Taonga is a Customary-style Pekapeka. As you can see in the photos attached, this piece is based on a historical piece, found in the collections of Aotearoa/NZ's National Museum - Te Papa.Pekapeka is the Māori word for 'Bat' - fun fact, the 2x species of Bat that exist in Aotearoa are our only...

This Taonga is a blend of Customary, and Contemporary. A cast Customary-style Silver Pekapeka sits atop a Pounamu Roimata.Pekapeka is the Māori word for 'Bat' - fun fact, the 2x species of Bat that exist in Aotearoa are our only native land mammal!Pekapeka are fantastic Taonga - being not only symm...

This Taonga is a blend of Customary, and Contemporary. A cast Customary-style Silver Pekapeka sits atop a Pounamu Roimata.Pekapeka is the Māori word for 'Bat' - fun fact, the 2x species of Bat that exist in Aotearoa are our only native land mammal!Pekapeka are fantastic Taonga - being not only symm...