Moko Pounamu All Blacks Bone Carving Tiki - AB14
Celebrating our National Rugby Team, The All Blacks
The All Blacks are the most successful international mens rugby side of all-time with a winning percentage of 76.77% over 637 tests (1903-2023).
Since playing their first Test match in 1903, the All Blacks have amassed numerous accolades and are considered one of the most prolific teams across any sport. The All Blacks are the first rugby team to win 500 Test matches and have three Rugby World Cups to their name, winning the title in 2011 and 2015, adding to the inaugural Cup they claimed in 1987. They have also won 10 of the 16 Tri-Nations trophies, seven of the nine Rugby Championships contested, and have most recently held the Bledisloe Cup for 20 years (2003-2023). The All Blacks also won the Tri-Nations in 2020 contested against Australia and Argentina.
Hei Tiki- The exact meaning behind the stylized design is deeply rooted in traditional Māori pakiwaitara (stories) and has been interpreted in a few different ways. In Māori legend, Tiki was the first mortal man created by Tāne (the god of the forest), making the carving a symbol of humankind's origins and lineage. Another widely held belief is that the figure represents Hine-te-iwaiwa, the moon goddess and patroness of fertility and childbirth. Because of its shape, many also interpret the design as a stylization of the human embryo. The distinct carved head tilted to the side is believed to symbolize a newborn child or spiritual wisdom. Additionally, the figures frequently display a blend of both male (Tāne) and female (Wāhine) features, representing the balance of life's energies.
Traditionally carved from Whale bone, however these days many bone carvings are made from cattle bone as it is an ethically abundant source.
Imported product - Designed in New Zealand reflecting our Pacifica culture.
All carvings are packaged in an All Blacks display case with a NZ Rugby hologram authenticity sticker and meaning card. They are hand bound in our Bespoke All Blacks Cord.
Size 55mm long x 37mm wide
