A stunning Hei Tiki hand carved from a sensational piece of Auhunga Pounamu. This is a stunning carving with the most fantastic colours and red wax eyes. A beautiful example of a North Island style Hei Tiki with a strong aura and an awesome grin from a very talented Carver.
Hei Tiki- According to legends Tiki was the first man on Earth who originated from the stars. The first mortal person who created the first woman after his image. The exact meaning of the Tiki is disputed. There are several opinions but the most accepted are that the Tiki stands for fertility. Traditionally regarded as a good luck charm meant to keep evil spirits away.
Auhunga- Genuine West Coast Greenstone from the Arahura River area, West Coast. Auhunga Pounamu is a pale opaque green colour. Resembling the Southern New Zealand mountains, its --name translates to frosty, given as the intermediate of Inanga and Kawakawa.
Carved by Te pōnui Raharuhi
Size 133mm long x 72mm wide x 11mm thick
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