Hei Matau - Contemporary Bone Fishhook Pendant

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Hei Matau - Contemporary Bone Fishhook PendantThe treasures and vital sustenance of Tangaroa, kaitiaki (protector) of the ocean, required our tpuna (ancestors) to be expert mariners. The lines and curves of the matau (fishhook) not only represent abundance and prosperity but also safe passage across life's journeys, echoing the voyages undertaken by those who first explored and settled the vast Pacific. This hei matau was carved by Peter Mitchell from beef bone. It measures 47mm by 23mm, has a

It boasts very fine ornamental designs and is finished with an antique style natural onion based stain

is a binding of cord to prevent its natural tendency to fray or unravel

This pair was carved by Wendy Marshall and measure 9 x 0

worn by Māori

a powerful personal guardian in Māori tradition

symbolizing their enduring cultural legacy in New Zealand

It measures 47mm by 23mm

This pikorua was carved by Peter Mitchell from beef bone

Introducing the Limited Edition Bronze Hei Tiki Sculpture

It sits on a brass frame and a native timber base

B: We are unable to ship Whalebone items outside of NZ***

The roimata bind is very similar to the coil knot but it differs in that each wrap around the rope is done with a half hitch instead of simply wrapping around the rope

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