PKA0060S
$750.00
Manaia are the kaitiaki (guardian) of the earth, sky, and sea. Worn as a pendant they protect the wearer from harm and are a symbol of status, mana (prestige), and whairawa (wealth).
It is hung by an adjustable, hand platted cord. It has been carved and sanded from Kawakawa pounamu from the Arahura district, and inlaid with South Island paua shell.
This piece was carved by Mike Matchitt
This piece measures: 90 x 40 x 5mm
Collections: Hooks and Manaia, Michael Matchitt, Traditional Carving, Traditional Carving
Category: Adornments All, Hooks & Manaia, Inanga, Jade, Jewellery, Kawakawa, Manaia, Maori, mike, Paua, Pendant, Pounamu, Stone, Taonga
Type: Manaia
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