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Large Standing Tiki
$120.00 NZD
Large Standing Tiki artwork (260mm high) crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology and hand-assembled. This single-sided piece of art boasts super fine detail, paua inlay and comes complete...
Large Standing Twist
$120.00 NZD
The large standing twist artwork (300mm high) is a contemporary representation of the Pikorua (Twist). This single-sided piece of art boasts super fine detail, paua inlay and comes complete with stylish black...
Large Standing Twist Trophy
$170.00 NZD
Large double-sided Twist Trophy crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology and hand-assembled. (Overall height 310mm) The large standing twist artwork (300mm high) is a contemporary representation of the Pikorua...
Large Standing Wheku
$120.00 NZD
Large Standing Wheku artwork (245mm high) crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology and hand-assembled. This single-sided piece of art boasts super fine detail, paua inlay and comes complete...
Large Te Waka Taua
$1,390.00 NZD
Our intricately hand-crafted 775mm long Maori War Canoe (Te Waka Taua) is intended to be displayed proudly in the heart of the home and is destined to become a much-loved family heirloom. ...
Left Jandal Bottle Opener
$28.00 NZD
Magnetic bottle opener in the shape of a left foot jandal crafted from New Zealand Rimu veneerboard with powerful magnets to catch the bottle cap as it falls! (Overall size...
Love Keepsake Box
$74.00 NZD
Love – Heart shaped Keepsake Box – Designed and Made by Kiwis! This box is crafted from Bamboo and New Zealand Rimu panelling to create a stylish and attractive Keepsake...
Manaia Business Card Box
$36.00 NZD
Small Rimu business card box sized to suit business cards, playing cards or trinkets featuring stylish dovetailed design & ingenious magnetic tray catch and contemporary Maori motif to lid. (Overall...
Manaia Heru (Comb)
$35.00 NZD
This Heru (Maori ornamental comb) is approximately 145mm long and features a shapely Rimu veneerboard body with head portion decorated BOTH SIDES with paua inlayed manaia design.
Manaia Magnet
$14.60 NZD
Manaia magnet carved from 40,000 year old (est) Genesis Kauri with super strong nickel plated neodymium magnet inset flush into back and embellished with Paua inlay. \n(Figure approximately 65mm high)
Manaia Pendant
$19.00 NZD
Carved Manaia pendant crafted from 40,000 year old (est) Genesis Kauri with braided nylon wax cord.
Manaia The Guardian Spirit 1st Birthday Celebration Key
$190.00 NZD
Customisable for any birthday or occasion! Includes: FREE personalisation (ie name & occasion in black vinyl lettering) FREE ultra-fine “Sharpie” pen FREE gold chain for wall mounting Photo frame (c/w instructions on how to...
Manaia The Guardian Spirit 21st & Celebration Key
$300.00 NZD
Customisable for any birthday or occasion! Includes:
- FREE personalisation (ie name & occasion in black vinyl lettering)
- FREE ultra-fine “Sharpie” pen
- FREE gold chain for wall mounting
- FREE std delivery within New Zealand and Australia (rural extra)
- Photo frame (c/w instructions on how to mount your photo)
Upgrades & options (see form below):
- Upgrade from black vinyl to coloured Paua shell
- Add a removable display stand (as pictured)
The 21st Key Tradition
21 is the age that a person in New Zealand is classed as an adult, and the giving of the 21st key is a strong New Zealand tradition to symbolize opening the door of maturity and becoming an adult. Alternatively, the giving of a key is a symbol of the limitless doors they can open in their life.
This artwork is an impressive contemporary representation of the typical form of Te Manaia. The key is crafted from recycled Native New Zealand Rimu veneerboard, medium density fibreboard (mdf), Gaboon veneer plywood and embellished with NZ Paua shell.
Shipping
We normally ship within 5 working days from placement of order. Couriers can take a further 1-2 days for North Island delivery, 1-3 days for South Island and rural is up to 5 days. Untracked (Free) to Australia can take up to 15 days. If you require your key urgently, please advise the date you require it by in the further instructions field below or contact us ASAP.
Specifications
Size: 29cm x 58cm x 2.5cm (HxLxW)
- Te Manaia, the guardian spirit plays an important roll in the Maori World. To Maori, every person on Earth has a guardian spirit which can be described as an unseen light surrounding each individual. During life, this guardian is a protector from evil and an untimely accident. At death, the guardian guides the spirit of the departed person safely to a spiritual doorway where it is re-united with the ancestors from the ancient homeland of Hawaaiki.
Te Manaia are usually depicted in side profiles symbolizing their role as messengers (i.e. part in the spirit world and part in the earthly world).
They normally have the head of a bird (sky), the body of a man (earth), and the tail of a fish (sea) symbolic of the spiritual balance they have between the realms.
The three fingers and toes have varied tribal meanings. To some, they represent birth, life, and death, to others they represent the three baskets of knowledge and yet to others' faith, hope, and love. Sometimes Te Manaia is depicted with a fourth finger symbolises the afterlife! -
Dimensions
HxLxW: 29cm x 58cm x 2.5cm
Includes:
- Free personalisation of name and occasion.
- Free fine tip Sharpie so the recipient's loved ones can sign the back.
- Free standard freight NZ wide (standard freight excludes rural addresses).
- Crafted from recycled Native New Zealand Rimu veneerboard, medium density fibreboard (mdf), Gaboon veneer plywood and embellished with NZ Paua shell
Manaia Wall Art Panel
$54.00 NZD
Manaia Wall Art Panel featuring a contemporary representation of the Manaia crafted from plantation grown gaboon with super fine detail featured in a striking black and Rimu surround. (Overall size...
Mangopare
$7.80 NZD
When it comes time to sit back and relax with a book, this stylish screen printed "Mangopare" design bookmark will come in handy! The Mangopare design represents the hammer head...
Maori Kotiate Model
$18.80 NZD
The Kotiate was a prized weapon favoured by Rangatira (Maori chiefs) when speech-making. It was a short club, 350 Ð 400mm long normally made of whalebone or native hardwood. The...
Maori Mere Model
$18.80 NZD
The Mere is a flat, tear-drop shaped club, that is normally crafted from pounamu (greenstone) used by Maori as a thrusting & striking weapon in close hand-to-hand combat. Its rounded...
Maori Rimu Coaster Set
$36.00 NZD
Set of four 90mm square Rimu veneer board coasters and stylish black presentation stand. Each coaster features a different Maori design with Paua embellishment. Coasters & stand are finished in...
Maori Taiaha Model
$32.00 NZD
The Taiaha is the best known of the Maori weapons. It is often mistaken for a spear, but in reality it was never made for throwing. It varied in length from 1.2...
Maori Wahaika Model
$18.80 NZD
The Wahaika (roughly translated "the mouth of the fish") was reserved for only the highest-ranking and most respected warriors. The carved figure on the edge represented a sacred ancestor or...
Medium Dark Waka
$150.00 NZD
410mm long Maori War Canoe (Waka) with hull crafted from Genesis Kauri stained dark brown. Prow and stern embellished with intricate Kauri filigree and Paua inlay. Features a removable stern...
Mixed Paua Rimu Coaster Set
$54.00 NZD
Set of four 90mm diameter Rimu coasters each embellished with a different Paua inlay of New Zealand icons: Kiwi, Koru, NZ Map and Fern1
Monster Hanging Hook Artwork
$380.00 NZD
This stunning monster hook (580mm high) is a contemporary representation of Te Matau a Maui (The fish hook of Maui). Beautifully handcrafted this artwork will transform any wall in your home or office...
Monster Hanging Manaia Artwork
$380.00 NZD
This stunning monster manaia (580mm high) will transform any wall in your home or office into a fantastic feature wall. This contemporary artwork with its intricate design and super fine detail is crafted...
Monster Hanging Twist Artwork
$380.00 NZD
The large standing twist artwork is a contemporary representation of the Pikorua (Twist). This single-sided piece of art boasts super fine detail, Paua & Mother of Pearl inlay and comes...
Monster Standing Hook
$410.00 NZD
This stunning Monster Hook (610mm high on Stand) is a contemporary representation of Te Matau a Maui (The fish hook of Maui). This artwork with its intricate design and super...
Monster Standing Manaia
$410.00 NZD
The stunning Monster Standing Manaia (590mm high on Stand) This contemporary artwork with its intricate design and super fine detail is crafted from Gaboon veneer plywood, medium density fibreboard (mdf) and...
Monster Standing Twist
$410.00 NZD
The large standing twist artwork is a contemporary representation of the Pikorua (Twist). This single-sided piece of art boasts super fine detail, Paua & Mother of Pearl inlay and comes...
Mothers Choice Jewellery Box
$330.00 NZD
Mothers Choice Jewellery Box – Made and designed by Kiwi’s right here in Rotorua! A very special Wooden Jewellery box for a very special person in your life! This box...
Mum Keepsake Box
$74.00 NZD
Mum – Heart shaped Keepsake Box – Designed and Made by Kiwis! This box is crafted from Bamboo and New Zealand Rimu panelling to create a stylish and attractive Keepsake...
Mum's Paua Heart
$7.00 NZD
When it comes time for Mum to sit back and relax with a book, this bookmark with Paua heart crafted onto the bookmark will come in handy! Crafted from Eco...
New Zealand Fern
$7.80 NZD
When it comes time to sit back and relax with a book, this stylish New Zealand Fern bookmark will come in handy! Crafted from Eco friendly, renewable and strong bamboo...
New Zealand Kiwi
$7.80 NZD
When it comes time to sit back and relax with a book, this stylish New Zealand Kiwi bookmark will come in handy! Crafted from Eco friendly, renewable and strong bamboo...
New Zealand Map
$7.80 NZD
When it comes time to sit back and relax with a book, this stylish New Zealand Map bookmark will come in handy! Crafted from Eco friendly, renewable and strong bamboo...
New Zealand Paua Rimu Coaster Set
$54.00 NZD
Set of four 90mm diameter Paua New Zealand coasters made from Rimu veneer board. Coasters are finished in heat/scratch resistant acrylic lacquer.
New Zealand Rimu Wall Art
$54.00 NZD
The New Zealand design Wall Art is crafted from Rimu veneer board, these striking and beautifully simple wall panels portray iconic New Zealand imagery. (Overall size 160mm x 288mm x...
Ngaru
$7.80 NZD
When it comes time to sit back and relax with a book, this stylish printed "Ngaru" design bookmark will come in handy! The Ngaru design represents the cutting of the...
Ngutu Kaka or Marama
$7.80 NZD
When it comes time to sit back and relax with a book, this stylish printed "Ngutu Kaka" or "Marama" design bookmark will come in handy! This design has two meanings,...
NZ Map Keychain Bottle Opener
$13.00 NZD
Keychain bottle opener embellished with a New Zealand Map in paua, crafted and etched from recycled Native New Zealand Rimu. Strong Keychan inserted in top so you have this handy...
NZ Map Magnet Bottle Opener
$13.00 NZD
Magnetic bottle opener embellished with a New Zealand Map in paua, crafted and etched from recycled Native New Zealand Rimu. Strong magnet inserted to back to attach to any metal...
Paua Dolphin Pen
$4.50 NZD
Paua Dolphin design pen crafted from eco-friendly Bamboo and sport nifty click to retract blue refill (10mm diameter x 140mm long)
Paua Fern business card Box
$37.00 NZD
Small Rimu business card box sized to suit business cards, playing cards or trinkets featuring stylish dovetailed design & ingenious magnetic tray catch. Paua inlay to lid. (Overall size: 101...
Paua Fern Hexagonal Box
$41.00 NZD
Small Rimu trinket box featuring stylish dovetailed design with step recessed Silver Fern graphic in NZ Paua to lid (Overall size: 93 x 82 x 43mm)To make your gift extra...
Paua Fern Pen
$4.50 NZD
Paua Fern design pen crafted from eco-friendly Bamboo and sport nifty click to retract blue refill (10mm diameter x 140mm long)
Paua Heart Hexagonal Box
$41.00 NZD
Small Rimu trinket box featuring stylish dovetailed design with step recessed Heart graphic in New Zealand Paua to lid (Overall size: 93 x 82 x 43mm)To make your gift extra...
Paua Kiwi Business Card Box
$37.00 NZD
Small Rimu business card box sized to suit business cards, playing cards or trinkets featuring stylish dovetailed design & ingenious magnetic tray catch. Paua kiwi inlay to lid. (Overall size:...
