PIN0618S
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A Whale tail is the symbol of the Tohorā (whale).Tohorā are the kaitiaki (guardians) of the realm of Tangaroa (God of the Ocean). In the Maori world, they are an omen of the supernatural and a sign of abundance because of their many offerings even in death.
It is hung by an adjustable hand platted cord. It has been carved and sanded from inanga pounamu from the Arahura river area.
This piece measures: 40 x 45 x 8mm
This piece was hand carved by Malcolm Cox
Collections: Malcolm Cox, Rewiri Tarapata, Traditional Carving, Whale Tail
Category: Adornments All, Arahura, Inanga, Jade, Jewellery, malcolm cox, Maori, Ocean, Pendant, Pounamu, rewiri, Sea, Stone, Tail, tohora, Whale, Whale Tail
Type: Whale Tail
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