A gorgeous Toki handcrafted from an exceptional piece of Pakohe (Argillite). The the rich dark colour in this piece is simply amazing. An incredible sculpture showcasing the true beauty of the stone. We have lashed the top of this wonderful Toki in a rich brown waxed cord and displayed on a simple wood stand will be a treasured taonga for your whanau.
Toki(Adze) – The Toki had much meaning for the Maori, fashioned from stone or greenstone it was an essential tool for survival and day to day life for the Maori. That is the reason Maori attribute the spiritual meaning of strength and power to the Toki. This symbol resembles determination, control, strength, focus and honour.
Pakohe
– Also known as Argillite, and to geologists as metamorphosed indurated mudstone, argillite is particularly associated with the Nelson-Marlborough region in New Zealand. It is found on Rangitoto (D'Urville Island), along the Whangamoa mineral belt, and in the upper reaches of the Maitai, Wairoa and Motueka Rivers. Māori valued Argillite’s strength, hardness and ability to hold a sharpened edge – which made it ideal for making tools (especially Adzes).
Hand Carved by Ross Crump
Size Sculpture - 231mm tall x 77mm wide x 23mm thick
Total height – 240mm
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