[ { "product_id": "477", "product_title": "Huge Māori fishhook wall decoration", "product_content": "## Huge fishhook wall decoration This is a beautiful contemporary Māori artwork. It portrays the Māori 'hei matau', the fishhook. The artwork is crafted from plantation grown hardwood and embellished with NZ pāua (abalone) shell.Size huge fishhook walldecoration:570mmx270mm (22.44\"x10.63\") ### The meaning of 'Hei Matau', fishhook This stunning monster hook (570mm high) is a contemporary representation of Te Matau a Maui (The fish hook of Maui). Beautifully handcrafted this artwork will transform any wall in your home or office into a fantastic feature wall.This artwork with its intricate design and super fine detail is crafted from Gaboon veneer plywood, medium density fibreboard (mdf) and embellished with Faux fur, NZ Pāua & Mother of Pearl laminate.#### Māori folklore - Māui and the fishhookIn ancient Māori folklore, the exploits of Māui (half God\/half man) stand unrivaled.On one such adventure Māui stowed away in the waka (canoe) when his four older brothers departed on a fishing expedition. When they were far from land Māui revealed himself and convinced his brothers to paddle further out to the deepest sea where the fish would be in abundance.With his enchanted fish hook which he had fashioned from the jawbone of his great grandmother, with its pāua (abalone) shell eyes to see in the depths of the sea and a tuft of dog hair to keep the hook warm in the freezing depths and to retain the scent of the bait (blood from his nose) Māui cast his fishing line.As soon as his hook descended to the ocean floor it was devoured by a giant fish. The ocean foamed and boiled as Māui struggled with all his strength to land the fish. Finally the fish yielded and floated to the surface.Te Ika-a-Māui (The fish of Māui) more commonly known as the North Island of New Zealand had arisen in the South Pacific Ocean. 'Te Waka a Māui' (The canoe of Māui) is known as the South Island; and Stewart Island is 'Te Punga a Maui' (Maui's anchor). The offical Māori name for the South Island is now: Te Wai Pounamu.Te Matau a Māui represents not only the land, but also prosperity, fertility, and safe passage over water. It denotes the importance of fishing to Māori and their relationship to Tangaroa (god of the sea).Source: Mike Carlton - Māori artist", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/477\/aeon_giant_fishhook_walldecoration1_small.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "339.13", "product_price_ex_tax": 339.13043478261, "product_price_local_tax": "339.13", "product_created_datetime": "2025-09-09 02:18:00", "product_code": "aeon_huge_fishhook", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "1", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-huge-maori-fishhook-wall-hanger\/" }, { "product_id": "467", "product_title": "Māori Manaia wall art decoration", "product_content": "## Māori Manaia wall art decoration This is a beautiful contemporary Māori manaia wall decoration. It portrays the typical serpentine form of 'Te Manaia'. The artwork is crafted from plantation grown hardwood and embellished with NZ paua (abalone) shell. This manaia on a stand is a popular Māori trophy or award for any special occasion or event: conferences, seminars, colleagues, corporate gift, birthday gifts... .We can organise engraving for the Māori manaia trophy. Giftbox with koru design is included. Free gift wrapping upon request. Size Māori manaia wall art decoration:280mmx145mm (11.02\"x5.71\")Or check out our [large Māori manaia trophy](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-maori-manaia-trophy\/)### The meaning of 'Te Manaia' Manaia - spiritual guardian. The manaia is a guardian spirit (a supernatural being) and plays an important role in the Māori world. According to the Māori every person on Earth has a Guardian Spirit which can be described as an unseen light surrounding each individual.During life this guardian is a protector from evil and untimely accident. And at death the guardian guides the spirit of the departed person safely to a spiritual doorway where it is re-united with the ancestors from the ancient homeland of Hawaiki.Te Manaia (the manaia) are usually depicted in side profile, symbolising their role as messengers (ie. part in the spirit world and part in the earthly world). They normally have the had of a bird (sky) the body of a man (earth) and the tail of a fish (sea) symbolic of the balance they have between the realms. The three fingers and toes have varied tribal meanings. To some they represent birth, life and death.To others they represent the three baskets of knowledge.And yet to others faith, hope and love. Sometimes Te Manaia is depicted with a fourth finger, symbolising the afterlife.Source: Mike Carlton - Māori artist", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/467\/aeon_large_maori_manaia_walldecoration1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "100.00", "product_price_ex_tax": 100, "product_price_local_tax": "100.00", "product_created_datetime": "2025-08-05 01:54:07", "product_code": "aeon_manaia001W", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "3", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-maori-manaia-wall-decoration\/" }, { "product_id": "466", "product_title": "Large Māori fishhook wall decoration", "product_content": "## Large Māori fishhook wall decoration Cool Māori fishhook wall decorations. This is a beautiful contemporary Māori artwork: the fishhook.The fishhook represents peace, prosperity, good luck, good health and safe travel, especially over water.. Size large Māori fishhook wall decoration:3275mmx135mm (10.83\"x5.31\") ### The meaning of Hei Matau: Hei matau - fishhookIn ancient Māori folklore the exploits of Maui (half God \/ half man) stand unrivaled. On one such adventure Maui stowed away in the waka (Māori canoe) when his four older brothers departed on a fishing expedition. When they were far from land, Maui revealed himself and convinced his brothers to paddle further out to the deepest sea where the fish would be in abundance.With his enchanted fish hook which he had fashioned from the jawbone of his great grandmother. And with its paua (abalone) shell eyes to see in the depths of the sea. And a tuft of dog hair to keep the hook warm in the freezing depths and to retain the scent of the bait (blood from his nose) Maui cast his fishing line.As soon as his hook descended to the ocean floor it was devoured by a giant fish.The ocean foamed and boiled as Maui struggled with all his strength to land the fish. Finally the fish yielded and floated to the surface.Te Ika-a-Maui (the fish of Maui), more commonly known as the North Island of Aotearoa (New Zealand) had arisen in the South Pacific Ocean. Te Waka a Maui (the canoe of Maui) is known as the South Island and Stewart Island is Te Punga a Maui (Maui's anchor). Source: Mike Carlton - Māori artistOr check out the beautiful large Maori manaia trophy >>", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/466\/aeon_fishhook.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "100.00", "product_price_ex_tax": 100, "product_price_local_tax": "100.00", "product_created_datetime": "2025-07-24 04:01:37", "product_code": "aeon_hook001W", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "1", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-large-maori-fishhook-wall-decoration\/" }, { "product_id": "445", "product_title": "Large acrylic frangipani wall decoration", "product_content": "## Large acrylic frangipani wall decoration. Pacific design. Cool and colourful wall decoration for indoor or outdoor display.The Pacific feel is right here!We only feature the aqua one, but feel free to ask for your favourite colour!These decorations come with instructions and a stainless standoff mount.Easy to hang anywhere around the house; suitable for indoors and outdoors.### Size large acrylic frangipani wall decoration: Approx. 290mm (11.42\") by 290mmmm (11.42\") We also feature a very cool frangipani jewellery stand by Ian Blackwell >>", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/445\/sonz_large_frangipani_wallhanger1A.jpg", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "77.39", "product_price_ex_tax": 77.391304347826, "product_price_local_tax": "77.39", "product_created_datetime": "2025-06-05 10:25:43", "product_code": "sonz_large_frangipani_wall_decoration1", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "3", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-large-acrylic-frangipani-wall-decoration\/" }, { "product_id": "437", "product_title": "Contemporary Māori Twisted Ring", "product_content": "## Contemporary Māori twisted ring - Miro PorowhitaAnother beautiful framed carving (double twist wall decoration) by our Māori artist Mike and his team in Rotorua. Stunningl framed artwork that will look good in anyone's home or office.The Twist comprises a seamless ring twister to form two or more adjoining circles.### Meaning Māori twisted ring The ring itself is said to represent the circle of life which has no beginning or end, is endless and as such is regarded as the symbol of eternity.The single twist represents the joining together of two individuals for eternity. Though they may move away from one another on their own journeys, they always come together again sharing their lives and blending to become one. It signifies how the bonds of friendship, loyalty and love between a couple will last forever.The double and triple twists have a similar meaning but refer to the joining of the two peoples or cultures rather than individuals.Overall size framed Māori twisted ring:170mm x 222mm x 28mm(6.69\"x 8.74\" x 1.10\") Comes with wall mount and back stand Description at the back of the frame", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/437\/aeon_maori_twistedring_framed1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "113.04", "product_price_ex_tax": 113.04347826087, "product_price_local_tax": "113.04", "product_created_datetime": "2025-06-05 10:24:37", "product_code": "aeon_maori_twisted_ring_large", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "3", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-contemporary-maori-twisted-ring\/" }, { "product_id": "434", "product_title": "Large framed Māori wall art", "product_content": "## Large framed Māori wall art This is our artist's premium artwork, embodying the three largest and most popular of their Māori designs: the Tiki, the Wheku & the Manaia. Each is crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology and boasts super fine detail & Pāua inlay. The artwork pieces are mounted on a lightly toned koru background with black matt board surround in a custom glass covered shadow box frame with related story on the back.Unfortunately we won't be sending these artworks overseas any longer.Each artwork is signed by the artist and included on the back is his bio, along with detailed artwork meanings and mythology for each element.Overall size large framed Māori art:560mm x 295mm x 33mm(22.05\"x11.61\"x1.30\") Description at the back of the frame ## Hei Tiki Hei means 'to wear around the neck', Tiki means 'first man. Contemporary Māori art, Māori design, crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology. This piece of art boasts super fine detail, pāua inlay and is mounted on an earth toned background inside a custom glass covered shadow box frame. Each piece is individually signed by our Māori artist Mike Carlton and comes complete with wall mount and related story on the back.The origins of 'Tiki' are uncertain but throughout Māoridom he is acknowledged as the first man and that he came from the stars. He is sometimes depicted as an amphibious person with large fishloke eyes and webbed feet and considered the teacher of all things.In some accounts of ancient Māori folklore 'Tiki' was the first man created by 'Tane' (God of the Forests and Men). 'Tiki' formed woman from the earth after admiring his own reflection in the water.\"Hei Tiki\" were regarded as precious taonga (treasures) and were predominantly carved from pounamu (greenstone). It is thought that the diverse forms of \"Tiki\" were the result of the carver being constrained by the shape of his stone as it was extremely hard and difficult to shape with primitive grinding tools.\"Hei Tiki\" had spiritual significance to Māori. They were passed down from generation to generation and it was believed that they acquired the importance and power (mana) of each of the passed tipuna (ancestors) to have worn it.The colonising Europeans assumed the \"Hei Tiki\" worn as a pendant by Māori women was primarily a fertility symbol and they became sought after as a valuable trading commodity.### Wheku Wheku means 'carved face'.The Wheku was found at he apex of the gable on the front of a large carved house. Wheku symbolises an important ancestor after who the house was named. The house itself represents his body. The sloping bargeboards being his maihi (arms), the heke (rafters) being his ribs and the inside being his poho (stomach or bosom).The head is usually represented on its own with no part of the body visible. In old houses it is actually carved on the projecting end of the tahuhu (ridgepole), and the body of the figure will be seen on the ridgepole.There are many tribal variations in how the head is represented. The three main styles of head in Māori carving are: the wheku, the koruru, and the ruru, each distinguished by the shape around the eyes.### Te Manaia The manaia ('te manaia') is a spiritual guardian.The manaia is a guardian spirit (a supernatural being) and plays an important role in the Māori world. To the Māori every person on Earth has a Guardian Spirit which can be described as an unseen light surrounding each individual.During life this guardian is a protector from evil and untimely accident. At death the guardian guides the spirit of the departed person safely to a spiritual doorway where it is re-united with the ancestors from the ancient homeland of Hawaiki.Te Manaia (the manaia) are usually depicted in side profile, symbolising their role as messengers (ie. part in the spirit world and part in the earthly world).They normally have the head of a bird (sky) the body of a man (earth) and the tail of a fish (sea) symbolic of the balance they have between the realms.The three fingers and toes have varied tribal meanings. To some they represent birth, life and death. To others they represent the three baskets of knowledge and yet to others faith, hope and love.Sometimes Te Manaia is depicted with a fourth finger, symbolising the afterlife.Source: Mike Carlton - Māori artist", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/434\/aeon_large_framed_maori_artwork_with_tiki_wheku_manaia1A.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "373.91", "product_price_ex_tax": 373.91304347826, "product_price_local_tax": "373.91", "product_created_datetime": "2025-06-05 10:24:37", "product_code": "aeon_maori_framed_art_large", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "0", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-large-framed-maori-art\/" }, { "product_id": "386", "product_title": "Resin heart wall decorations", "product_content": "## Resin heart wall decorations with Māori kowhaiwhai design We love this design! Cool gift for Mother's Day, birthdays, special events or just because...Available in the following colours:Red Cherry Red Pink Purple Aqua Blue These decorations come with a string and are easy to hang anywhere around the house. Also looks good on a flat surface.Order now from our NZ online gift shop.Size heart wall decoration: approx. 130mm (5.12\"); width approx. 120mm (4.72\") Looking for a heart pendant? We also have beautiful resin heart pendants >>", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/386\/hearts_cherryred01.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "20.87", "product_price_ex_tax": 20.869565217391, "product_price_local_tax": "20.87", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:47:20", "product_code": "zenz_heart_wall_decoration", "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-resin-heart-wall-decorations\/" }, { "product_id": "387", "product_title": "Xmas angels with koru | NZ Xmas ornaments", "product_content": "## Xmas angels with koru design Or you can call them our Xmas fairies... If you are looking for lovely NZ Christmas ornaments or Xmas decorations for yourself, family or friends, these angels \/ fairies make a great Xmas gift at Xmas (or any other time). Buy one or buy as a set.And yes, also made in our beautiful Aotearoa - New Zealand.Size Xmas angels with koru:110mm x 80mm (4.33\"x3.15\") We also feature pretty cool [paua Xmas decorations >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/categories\/new-zealand-gifts-and-souvenirs\/inzspired\/xmas-decorations\/)https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-3d-xmas-decorations\/", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/387\/sonz_angel_gold01NEW.jpg", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "13.04", "product_price_ex_tax": 13.04347826087, "product_price_local_tax": "13.04", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:47:20", "product_code": "zenz_aotearoa-1", "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-xmas-angels-with-koru\/" }, { "product_id": "374", "product_title": "Kia kaha sign - Stay strong", "product_content": "## Kia kaha sign The Māori word for 'stay strong'. Did you know that New Zealand has 3 official languages? Te reo Māori, English and sign language.Size Kia kaha sign:small: approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") large: approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign-zenz_haeremai\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/374\/zenz_kiakaha1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:05", "product_code": "zenz_kiakaha", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong\/" }, { "product_id": "375", "product_title": "Kia ora sign", "product_content": "## Kia ora sign Wall art sign with kowhaiwhai design.The Māori word for 'hello', 'greetings', 'good health', 'cheers', 'thank you'. Te reo Māori is one of 3 official languages in New Zealand. The other two are English and sign language.Size Kia ora sign:small: approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") large: approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign-zenz_haeremai\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong-zenz_kiakaha\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/375\/zenz_kiaora1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:05", "product_code": "zenz_kiaora", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign\/" }, { "product_id": "376", "product_title": "New Zealand sign", "product_content": "## New Zealand sign We love New Zealand. We love Aotearoa.Cool 'New Zealand' wall art sign with kowhaiwhai design.Size: Small: approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") Large: approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign-zenz_haeremai\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong-zenz_kiakaha\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign-zenz_kiaora\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign-zenz_newzealand\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/376\/zenz_newzealand1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:05", "product_code": "zenz_newzealand", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign\/" }, { "product_id": "377", "product_title": "Welcome sign", "product_content": "## Welcome sign Welcome sign with Māori kowhaiwhai design. \"Welcome to my world, won't you come on in...\". Cool sign to make everyone feel welcome.Size small:approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") Size large:approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Or check out the Māori version for welcome, Haere Mai >>Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign-zenz_haeremai\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong-zenz_kiakaha\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign-zenz_kiaora\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign-zenz_newzealand\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/377\/zenz_welcome1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:05", "product_code": "zenz_welcome", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/" }, { "product_id": "378", "product_title": "Whanau sign", "product_content": "## Whanau sign Cool wall art signs created from mdf wood. Available in two sizes. Cool signs that can easily be placed on your wall with a bit of blue tack attached at several points at the back. We have the \"Aotearoa\" sign>> in our office! And commissioned a .co.nz sign!Whānau is the Māori word for 'family'.Size small:approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") Size large:approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign-zenz_haeremai\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong-zenz_kiakaha\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign-zenz_kiaora\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign-zenz_newzealand\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign-zenz_whanau\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/378\/zenz_whanau1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:05", "product_code": "zenz_whanau", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/" }, { "product_id": "371", "product_title": "Haere Mai sign", "product_content": "## Haere Mai sign The Māori word for 'Welcome'. Welcome to our home... Cool gift for family or friends.Size Haere Mai sign:small: approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") large: approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign-zenz_haeremai\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/371\/zenz_haeremai1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:04", "product_code": "zenz_haeremai", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign\/" }, { "product_id": "366", "product_title": "Aotearoa sign", "product_content": "## Aotearoa sign The Māori word for New Zealand. Land of the long white cloud!We love Aotearoa. We love New Zealand. And we love this sign. And we requested our artist to make a small .co.nz sign too, so we can have our domain name on the wall. Love it!Cool wall art sign with kowhaiwhai design. Created from mdf wood. Available in two sizes. Stick the wall art sign on your wall with a bit of blu tack attached at several points at the back. We have the Aotearoa and .co.nz signs in our office!Size sign:small: approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") large: approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/366\/zenz_aotearoa1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:03", "product_code": "zenz_aotearoa", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/" }, { "product_id": "367", "product_title": "Aroha sign", "product_content": "## Aroha sign The Māori word for 'love'. Love is in the air... Aroha, another beautiful Māori word.\"Love is in the airEverywhere I look aroundLove is in the airEvery sight and every sound...\"Who doesn't know this lovely song by John Paul Young... Have a listen to Love is in the air >>### Size Aroha sign: small: approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") large: approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/)Or check out our aroha heart keyrings >> or [aroha heart wallhangers >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-resin-heart-wall-decorations\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/367\/zenz_aroha1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:03", "product_code": "zenz_aroha", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/" }, { "product_id": "368", "product_title": "Arohanui sign", "product_content": "## Arohanui sign Aroha, the Māori word for 'love'. Arohanui: 'lots of love'. Another beautiful word in te reo Māori!Size small:approx. 300mm x 70mm (11.81\"x2.76\") Size large:approx. 550mmx125mm (21.65\"x4.92) Other signs:[Aotearoa >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aotearoa-sign\/)[Aroha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-aroha-sign\/)[Arohanui >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/)[Haere Mai >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-haere-mai-sign\/)[Kia Kaha >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-kaha-sign-stay-strong\/)[Kia Ora >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-kia-ora-sign\/)[New Zealand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-new-zealand-sign\/)[Welcome >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-welcome-sign-zenz_welcome\/)[Whanau >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-whanau-sign\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/368\/zenz_arohanui1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "34.78", "product_price_ex_tax": 34.782608695652, "product_price_local_tax": "34.78", "product_created_datetime": "2025-02-25 09:44:03", "product_code": "zenz_arohanui", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-arohanui-sign\/" }, { "product_id": "273", "product_title": "Fantail wall art", "product_content": "## Fantail wall art Fantail - Piwakawaka in te reo Māori. Experience the delicate beauty of New Zealand's fauna with our Piwakawaka Fantail wall art. Hand-painted in earthy tones and intricately laser-cut. Each piece captures the graceful charm of the Piwakawaka, a beloved bird in New Zealand culture. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Fantail symbolizes:curiosity, adaptability and guardianship in Māori culture. ### Material fantail wall art The fantail wall art is created from sustainable bamboo plywood, laser-cut into intricate shapes and hand-painted using high-quality Molotow spray paints and custom stencils.Size:H 300mm x W 350mm(11.81\"x13.78\")### ### Fantail - Piwakawaka The fantail is one of the few native bird species in New Zealand that has been able to adapt to an environment greatly altered by humans. Originally a bird of open native forests and scrub, it is now also found in exotic plantation forests, in orchards and in gardens. At times, fantails may appear far from any large stands of shrubs or trees, and it has an altitudinal range that extends from sea level to the snow line.### Fantail in a box These beautiful tui come in a large box (oversized) and there will be a shipping cost for NZ orders too. We do allow pick-ups.Please make an enquiry for this artwork and we will work out a shipping quote, thank you.Love tui? Check out our 3D tūī >>", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/273\/ornately_fantail1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "303.48", "product_price_ex_tax": 303.47826086957, "product_price_local_tax": "303.48", "product_created_datetime": "2024-12-10 02:46:21", "product_code": "ornately_fantail", "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "1", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-fantail-wall-art\/" }, { "product_id": "272", "product_title": "Kea wall art", "product_content": "## Kea wall art Discover the exquisite beauty of Ornately Art's 3D Laser Cut Kea wall art, a stunning piece that brings the vibrant colors and cheeky personality of New Zealand's beloved alpine parrot into your home.Each piece is intricately designed and expertly crafted to capture the playful essence of the Kea. The kea is known for its curious and mischievous nature.Beyond its visual appeal, this wall art holds deep cultural significance in Māori tradition, symbolizing intelligence and adaptability.Perfect for adding a touch of natural beauty and cultural heritage to any space. This unique artwork celebrates the Kea's unique charm and the rich history of Aotearoa. Transform your interior with the vivid hues and meaningful design of Ornately Art's 3D Laser Cut Kea Wall Art today.## Material Kea wall art The kea wall art is created from sustainable bamboo plywood, laser-cut into intricate shapes and hand-painted using high-quality Molotow spray paints and custom stencils. ### Size kea wall art: H 525mm x W 585mm(20.67\"x23.03\")### Kea The kea is a protected species that lives in forests and mountainous areas across the South Island from Golden Bay to Fiordland.This native parrot is a taonga for Ngāi Tahu and Ngā iwi o Te Tauihu (northern South Island iwi) and valued by New Zealanders as an icon of the outdoors.Like many other native birds, kea suffer from predation by introduced mammals. Kea are also impacted by human activity.Source: Department of Conservation >>### Kea in a box These beautiful kea come in a large box and there will be a shipping cost for NZ orders too. We do allow pick-ups.Please make an enquiry for this artwork and we will work out a shipping quote, thank you.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/272\/ornately_kea1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "417.39", "product_price_ex_tax": 417.39130434783, "product_price_local_tax": "417.39", "product_created_datetime": "2024-12-10 02:46:21", "product_code": "ornately_kea", "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "1", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-kea-wall-art\/" }, { "product_id": "271", "product_title": "Kōtare kingfisher wall art", "product_content": "## Kōtare Kingfisher wall art Discover the resilience and natural splendor of New Zealand's avian kingdom with our Kotare - Kingfisher wall art.Crafted by Natasha with 23 layers of sustainable bamboo plywood and hand-painted with exquisite detail, each piece pays homage to the vibrant spirit of the Kingfisher bird.In Māori tradition, the Kōtare represents: patience adaptability and prosperity, making it a cherished symbol of resilience in the face of adversity. ### Material Kōtare wall art The kōtare, kingfisher, wall art is created from sustainable bamboo plywood, laser-cut into intricate shapes and hand-painted using high-quality Molotow spray paints and custom stencils.Size:H 450mm x W 550mm(17.72\"x 21.65\")### Kōtare The kingfisher is a distinctive bird with a green-blue back, buff to yellow undersides and a large black bill. It has a broad black eye-stripe, and a white collar in adults. Kingfishers have a wide range of unmusical calls, the most distinctive of which is the staccato ‘kek-kek-kek’ territorial call. Their status is 'Native, Not Threatened'.Kingfishers are found throughout the country in both coastal and inland freshwater habitats. They live in a wide range of habitats, including forest, river margins, farmland, lakes, estuaries and rocky coastlines.Source: Department of Conservation >>### Kōtare in a box These beautiful kotare, kingfisher, come in a large box and there will be a shipping cost for NZ orders too. We do allow pick-ups.Please make an enquiry for this artwork and we will work out a shipping quote, thank you.Check out our [3D tūī wall art >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-tui-wall-art-3d\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/271\/ornately_kingfisher1.jpg", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "417.39", "product_price_ex_tax": 417.39130434783, "product_price_local_tax": "417.39", "product_created_datetime": "2024-12-10 02:46:20", "product_code": "ornately_kotare", "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "1", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-kotare-kingfisher-wall-art\/" }, { "product_id": "270", "product_title": "Tūī wall art 3D", "product_content": "## Tūī wall art Embark on a journey of art and nature with our Tūī wall art. Each stroke of paint and intricately cut detail captures the elegance of the Tui bird in flight, a beloved symbol of New Zealand's avian diversity.Handcrafted by Natasha with 21 layers of bamboo plywood and adorned with vibrant hues, this masterpiece not only adds a touch of exclusivity to your home but also honours the cultural significance of the Tui in Māori culture, representing courage, strength, and spiritual guidance. The Tui wall art is a testament to the timeless allure of native wildlife.### Material Tūī wall art The tūī wall art is created from sustainable bamboo plywood, laser-cut into intricate shapes and hand-painted using high-quality Molotow spray paints and custom stencils.Size 3D tūī:H 500mm x W 540mm(19.69\"x 21.26\")## Tūī The tui is an endemic bird of New Zealand. Did you know that tui have two voice boxes? No wonder they can make these amazing sounds. We love taking photos of the tūī in our garden. And now, we have this stunning tūī in our office. Tūī time. ## Tūī in a box These beautiful tūī come in a large over-sized box. Please note that there will be a shipping cost for NZ orders too. We do allow pick-ups.Please make an enquiry for this artwork and we will work out a quote, thank you.Love tūī? Check out Ian's tūī mobile >>", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/270\/ornately_tui1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "417.39", "product_price_ex_tax": 417.39130434783, "product_price_local_tax": "417.39", "product_created_datetime": "2024-12-10 02:46:20", "product_code": "ornately_tui", "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "1", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-tui-wall-art-3d\/" }, { "product_id": "255", "product_title": "Large double twist wall decoration", "product_content": "## Large double twist wall decoration This is another beautiful contemporary artwork: the double twist.  Pikorua is the Māori word for twist. So wonderful that we can offer this beautiful design as a wall hanger too. ### Size large double twist wall decoration: 285mmx145mm(11.22\"x5.71\")### The meaning of pikorua (twist): The twist represents your journey in life and is a symbol of eternity. It also represents the bond between two people and friendship. The joining of lives for eternity. Even though you might be a world apart, you will always be connected. The twist is also an eternity symbol and represents friendship, love.The bonding between people of different cultures. The shape of a pikorua is usually in the shape of a figure '8'. The twist is a representation of two ferns intertwined. We really like the symbolism of this Māori pikorua, twist. ### About the artwork: The large Māori pikorua (twist) wall decoration is a contemporary representation of the Pikorua (twist). This single-sided piece of art boasts super fine detail, paua inlay and comes complete with stylish black base. Our artist also added a related story. And the gift is presented in a beautiful box with koru design.Another stunning Māori artwork with intricate design and super fine detail is crafted from Gaboon veneer plywood, medium density fibreboard (mdf).And embellished with NZ Paua laminate.This lovely double twist is a special and unique Māori gift. Popular birthday gift.Or check out the [beautiful pikorua on a stand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-large-double-twist-pikorua\/)Or check out the [beautiful manaia wall hanger or manaia on a stand >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-maori-manaia-trophy\/)We also feature a lovely [framed double twist made from swamp kauri >>](https:\/\/www.aotearoa.co.nz\/products\/aotearoa-framed-maori-twist-carving\/)", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/255\/aeon_doubletwist_walldecoration1.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "104.35", "product_price_ex_tax": 104.34782608696, "product_price_local_tax": "104.35", "product_created_datetime": "2024-12-10 02:46:13", "product_code": "aeon_twist_walldecoration01", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "2", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-large-double-twist-wall-decoration\/" }, { "product_id": "236", "product_title": "Huge manaia wall hanger", "product_content": "## Huge manaia wall hanger This is a beautiful contemporary Māori artwork with pāua shell inlay. It portrays the typical serpentine form of 'Te Manaia'. The artwork is crafted from plantation grown hardwood and embellished with NZ pāua (abalone) shell. Stunning NZ wall art by our Māori artist Mike and his team. Another stunning NZ made gift from Aotearoa. Size huge manaia wall hanger:530mmx270mm(20.87\"x10.63\")### The meaning of Te Manaia Manaia  - spiritual guardian. The manaia is a guardian spirit (a supernatural being) and plays an important role in the Māori world. According to the Māori every person on Earth has a Guardian Spirit which can be described as an unseen light surrounding each individual.During life this guardian is a protector from evil and untimely accident. And at death the guardian guides the spirit of the departed person safely to a spiritual doorway where it is re-united with the ancestors from the ancient homeland of Hawaiki.Te Manaia (the manaia) are usually depicted in side profile, symbolising their role as messengers (ie. part in the spirit world and part in the earthly world).They normally have the head of a bird (sky) the body of a man (earth) and the tail of a fish (sea) symbolic of the balance they have between the realms. The three fingers and toes have varied tribal meanings.To some they represent birth, life and death.To others they represent the three baskets of knowledge.And yet to others faith, hope and love.Sometimes Te Manaia is depicted with a fourth finger, symbolising the afterlife.Source: Mike Carlton - Māori artist", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": "\/media\/commerce_products\/236\/aeon_manaia002XL2.webp", "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "339.13", "product_price_ex_tax": 339.13043478261, "product_price_local_tax": "339.13", "product_created_datetime": "2024-12-10 02:44:50", "product_code": "aeon_huge_manaia", "product_barcode": "", "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "1", "product_inventory_level": "1", "product_uri": "\/products\/aotearoa-huge-manaia-wall-hanger\/" }, { "product_id": "25", "product_title": "Contemporary Māori art. Framed Māori wheku", "product_content": "## Framed Māori wheku Wheku means 'carved face'. Beautiful Māori wall decoration.Contemporary Māori art, Māori design, crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology. This piece of art boasts super fine detail, paua inlay and is mounted on an earth toned background inside a custom glass covered shadow box frame. Each piece is individually signed by our Māori artist Mike Carlton and comes complete with wall mount and related story to back.Overall size:170mm x 222mm x 28mm(6.69\"x 8.74\" x 1.10\") Comes with wall mount and back stand Description at the back of the frame It is important to note that the figures in Māori carving, with rare exceptions, are not religious, but secular. They do not represent idols, but renowned tipuna (ancestors) of the iwi (tribe).The Wheku, as found at the apex of the gable on the front of a large carved house, symbolises an important ancestor after who the house was named. The house itself represents his body. The sloping bargeboards being his maihi (arms), the heke (rafters) being his ribs and the inside being his poho (stomach or bosom).The head is usually represented on its own with no part of the body visible. In old houses it is actually carved on the projecting end of the tahuhu (ridgepole), and the body of the figure will be seen on the ridgepole.There are many tribal variations in how the head is represented. 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This piece of art boasts super fine detail, paua inlay and is mounted on an earth toned background inside a custom glass covered shadow box frame. Each piece is individually signed by our Māori artist Mike Carlton and comes complete with wall mount and related story to back.Overall size:126mm x 161mm x 26mm(4.96\" x 6.34\" x 1.02\") Comes with wall mount and gift box with koru design Description at the back of the frame It is important to note that the figures in Māori carving, with rare exceptions, are not religious, but secular. They do not represent idols, but renowned tipuna (ancestors) of the iwi (tribe).the Wheku as found at he apex of the gable on the front of a large carved house, symbolises an important ancestor after who the house was named. The house itself represents his body. The sloping bargeboards being his maihi (arms), the heke (rafters) being his ribs and the inside being his poho (stomach or bosom).The head is usually represented on its own with no part of the body visible. In old houses it is actually carved on the projecting end of the tahuhu (ridgepole), and the body of the figure will be seen on the ridgepole.There are many tribal variations in how the head is represented. 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