Hiku Tohorā Raukaraka - Greenstone Whale Tail Pendant

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Hiku Tohorā Raukaraka - Greenstone Whale Tail PendantFrom the discovery of Aotearoa by the original whale rider Paikea, tohor (whales) have been highly regarded kin or tpuna to Mori and are the kaitiaki (guardians) of the realm of Tangaroa, the atua (spirit) of the ocean. In the Mori world, they are an omen of the supernatural and a sign of abundance because of their many offerings, even in death. This hiku tohor was carved by Aaron Marshall from raukaraka pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu,

they are a triangular design comprised of many smaller triangle “teeth”

This pair was carved by Wendy Marshall from kawakawa pounamu and measure 4

This taonga measures 142 x 37 mm and was carved from black maire

have evolved into intricately carved forms often used for the storage and presentation of food

It is a part of the taonga pūoro (traditional musical instruments) family and is closely linked to Tāwhirimātea

and prestige

Clark's work reflects a deep reverence for Maori traditions and spirituality

This pair was carved by Wendy Marshall from kahurangi pounamu

It measures 45mm by 33mm

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This hei manawa was carved by Jeremy Walsh from kōkopu pounamu sourced from Arahura of Te Wai Pounamu

This pair was carved by Sands teams from inanga pounamu and mako teeth