Simply the best large Tiki we have ever seen, handcrafted from an exceptional piece of Kahurangi Flower Pounamu, showcasing the vibrant rich bright green colours and incredible patterns of the stone. Such a stunning carving enhanced by the paua shell eyes and contours of the stone, carved by a master carver. Beautifully displayed on a handmade wrought iron stand. This is a very special taonga that will be passed through many generations and treasured by those who have the honour of being its caretaker.
Tiki- According to legends Tiki was the first man on Earth who originated from the stars. The first mortal person who created the first woman after his image. The exact meaning of the Tiki is disputed. There are several opinions but the most accepted are that the Tiki stands for fertility. Traditionally regarded as a good luck charm meant to keep evil spirits away.
Kahurangi- Genuine West Coast Greenstone from the Marsden, West Coast area. Kahurangi is the rarest variety of pounamu. It is highly translucent and often comes in vivid shades of green. Small, feather-like markings in the stone can give a cloud effect – although to be classed as Kahurangi, this effect must not reduce the stone’s clarity. The word Kahurangi also indicates nobility and refers to precious jewels and held in high esteem by Māori.
Flower Jade- is New Zealand’s most prized Greenstone, with pale green or ochre clouds of colour. This distinctive patterning and colouring come from the outside rim or 'rind' of the greenstone boulders or stones where the surface has oxidised.
Hand Carved by Des Hetherington
Tiki Size 226mm long x 125mm wide x 23mm thick
Base Size – 160mm dia x 203mm high
Total Height – 262mm
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