An incredible Hei Tiki hand carved from a sensational piece of Totoweka 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.
Totoweka- This stone is usually like the mid green Kawakawa variety but differs in that the spotting or streaks are red like blood. It is rare to find Totoweka in the Westland jade fields, but when a piece is discovered, it is highly cherished and sometimes becomes the show piece of the fossicker’s collection. Large deposits of Totoweka occur in the South Westland area. The name comes from toto (blood), weka (Native bush hen) or weka blood. The red iron oxide inclusions were likened to the colour of blood of the Weka.
Carved by Te pōnui Raharuhi
Size 133mm long x 72mm wide x 11mm thick
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