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    <product_title><![CDATA[Small Māori waka]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Small Māori waka (war canoe) Looking for a beautiful Māori gift? Experience the spirit of Aotearoa with our stunning medium waka by Aeon Giftware-each a tribute to Māori craftsmanship and tradition.Wooden waka with the hull crafted from Genesis Kauri stained dark brown. Prow and stern embellished with intricate Kauri filligree and pāua inlay.Features a removable stern post (for safe and compact packaging) and presented in a robust mailing tube. This is handy.### Size small Māori waka: Small waka:230mm (9.06") x 35mm (1.38")### More information about the Māori waka The Small Māori Waka (230mm) and Medium Māori Waka (410mm) are both meticulously hand-carved from Genesis Kauri, stained a deep, rich brown to highlight the natural grain. Their prows and sterns are adorned with intricate Kauri filigree and shimmering pāua shell inlays, capturing the artistry of Māori design. Each waka features a removable stern post for safe packaging and display, and comes with a sturdy stand and robust mailing tube for easy gifting or shipping. Our [medium Māori waka >>](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-medium-maori-waka/)Or check out [our large authentic Māori waka >>](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-authentic-maori-waka/)https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-medium-maori-waka/Small and medium Māori waka]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Heart shaped giftbox with koru]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Heart shaped giftbox with koru Lovely gift box, keepsake box, for all your little treasures. Proudly made in our beautiful Aotearoa, NZ.Celebrate Mum with this gorgeous heart-shaped gift box, adorned with an elegant koru design. Rooted in the beauty of Aotearoa, the koru, a symbol of new life and nurturing love, makes this the perfect tribute to the woman who means everything. A timeless keepsake she'll treasure always. Happy Mother's Day. ### ### Material: Bamboo This box is crafted from Bamboo and New Zealand Rimu paneling.Bamboo is found throughout the world, it is one of the most sustainable and renewable plants on the planet. ### New Zealand Native Rimu The Majestic Rimu can be found throughout New Zealand. Mature specimens grow to a height of over 60m (200ft) & up to 1000 yrs of age. Heart Rimu with a red/brown grain is one of the most beautifully figured woods in the world. A growing scarcity, fuelled by felling bans and ravenous demand has made Rimu a highly sought after and prized decorative timber. This product is made from recycled NZ Rimu.### Size heart shaped gift box with koru 112mmx110mmx45mm(4.41"x4.33"x1.77")Comes with sturdy box and black paper shreddinghttps://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/categories/mothers-day/ More Mother's Day Gift Ideas More Mother's Day Gift Ideas]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Large Māori fishhook trophy with engraving]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Large Māori fishhook trophy with engraving This is a beautiful contemporary Māori artwork. It portrays the typical serpentine form of 'Te Manaia'. The artwork is crafted from plantation grown hardwood and embellished with NZ paua (abalone) shell.Please note this beautiful fishhook on a stand with engraving is a commissioned work. However, if you wish one, we are happy to organise one for you!Size Māori fishhook on a stand:310mmx145mm (12.20"x5.71") ### The meaning of 'hei matau', fishhook Hei matau - fishhook In 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 artist]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Double-sided Māori Manaia trophy]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Double-sided Māori Manaia trophy This is a beautiful contemporary Māori (Maori) manaia trophy. 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 all Māori manaia trophies. Giftbox with koru design and protective foam is included. Free gift wrapping upon request. ### Size Māori manaia trophy: 310mmx145mm (12.20"x5.71")Or check out our [large Māori manaia wall decoration](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-maori-manaia-wall-decoration/)or our [huge Māori manaia wall decoration](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-huge-manaia-wall-hanger/) ### 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_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Huge Māori fishhook wall decoration]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## 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_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Tiki wall art panel]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Tiki wall art panel Stylish Māori wall art panel that will look good in anyone's home or office. The wall art panel comes with sturdy gift box with koru design and protective foam.### Meaning of tiki The origins of "Tiki" are uncertain but throughout Maoridom he is acknowledged as the first man and that he came from the stars. He is sometimes depicted as an amphibious person with large fishlike eyes and webbed feet and considered the teacher of all things.In some accounts of ancient Maori folklore "Tiki" was the first man created by Tane (God of 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" have spiritual significance to Māori, therefore 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.Also 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.### Size tiki wall art panel: 290mm x 95mm x 10mm(11.42"x3.74"x0.39" )### Overall size tiki wall art panel with gift box: 340mm x 140mm x 30mm(13.39"x5.51"x1.18" ) #### Features: Comes with wall mount and standDescription at the back of the frame Made from recycled NZ Rimu#### Material: New Zealand native Rimu The majestic rimu can be found throughout New Zealand. Mature specimens grow to a height of over 60 metres (200 feet) and up to 1000 years of age. Heart rimu with a red/brown grain is one of the most beautifully figured woods in the world. A growing scarcity, fuelled by felling bans and ravenous demand has made rimu a highly sought after and priced decorative timber.]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Wheku wall art panel]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Wheku wall art panel - carved face Stylish Māori wall art panel that will look good in anyone's home or office. The wall art comes with sturdy gift box with koru design and protective foam.### Meaning of wheku - carved face 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. 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.#### Overall size: 290mm x 95mm x 10mm(11.42"x3.74"x0.39" ) Comes with wall mount and standDescription at the back of the frame Made from recycled NZ Rimu#### New Zealand native Rimu The majestic rimu can be found throughout New Zealand. Mature specimens grow to a height of over 60 metres (200 feet) and up to 1000 years of age. Heart rimu with a red/brown grain is one of the most beautifully figured woods in the world. A growing scarcity, fuelled by felling bans and ravenous demand has made rimu a highly sought after and priced decorative timber.]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Māori fishhook wall art panel]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Fishhook wall art panel. Māori hei matau Stylish Māori wall art panel from rimu that will look good in anyone's home or office. The wall art panel comes with sturdy gift box with koru design and protective foam. Pāua inlay (eye) and mother-of-pearl inlay.### Information about the fishhook, hei matau Information about the fishhook, hei matau In ancient Maori folklore, the exploits of Maui (half God/half man) stand unrivaled.On one such adventure Maui stowed away in the waka (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, 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 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)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### Size wall art panel: 290mm x 95mm x 10mm(11.42"x3.74"x0.39" )### Overall size wall art panel with gift box: 340mm x 140mm x 30mm(13.39"x5.51"x1.18" ) ### Features:Comes with wall mount and stand Description at the back of the frameComes with sturdy koru giftbox with protective foamMade from recycled NZ Rimu ### Material: New Zealand native Rimu The majestic rimu can be found throughout New Zealand. Mature specimens grow to a height of over 60 metres (200 feet) and up to 1000 years of age. Heart rimu with a red/brown grain is one of the most beautifully figured woods in the world. A growing scarcity, fuelled by felling bans and ravenous demand has made rimu a highly sought after and priced decorative timber. This product is made from recycled NZ Rimu.]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[## Manaia wall art panel. Māori manaia Stylish Māori wall art panel that will look good in anyone's home or office. All the Māori wall art panels (manaia, tiki, wheku, fishhook and double twist) come with sturdy gift box with koru design and protective foam. ### Information about the manaia, the guardian spirit 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. They symbolise 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. But to others they represent the three baskets of knowledge and yet to others faith, hope and love. And sometimes 'Te Manaia' is depicted with a fourth finger, symbolising the afterlife.Source: Mike Carlton - Māori artist### Size manaia wall art panel: 290mm x 95mm x 10mm(11.42"x3.74"x0.39" )### Overall size wall art panel with gift box: 340mm x 140mm x 30mm(13.39"x5.51"x1.18" ) ### Features: Comes with wall mount and stand Description at the back of the frameComes with sturdy koru giftbox with protective foamMade from recycled NZ Rimu ### Material: New Zealand native Rimu The majestic rimu can be found throughout New Zealand. Mature specimens grow to a height of over 60 metres (200 feet) and up to 1000 years of age. Heart rimu with a red/brown grain is one of the most beautifully figured woods in the world. A growing scarcity, fuelled by felling bans and ravenous demand has made rimu a highly sought after and priced decorative timber.]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[## Double twist wall art panel. Māori twisted ring - Miro PorowhitaStylish Māori wall art panel that will look good in anyone's home or office. The double twist wall art panel comes with sturdy gift box with koru design and protective foam.The Twist comprises a seamless ring twister to form two or more adjoining circles.Comprising a seamless ring twisted to form two or more adjoining circles. Miro Porowhita is said to represent the circle of life which has no beginning or end and as such is regarded as the symbol of eternity. Also friendship, love, and the joining of lives for eternity. Also known as a pikorua. ### Meaning Māori twisted ring The Twist comprises a seamless ring twister to form two or more adjoining circles. 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: 290mm x 95mm x 10mm(11.42"x3.74"x0.39" ) Comes with sturdy giftbox with koru design and protective foamComes with wall mount and standDescription at the back of the frame Made from recycled NZ RimuMade from recycled NZ Rimu #### New Zealand native Rimu The majestic rimu can be found throughout New Zealand. Mature specimens grow to a height of over 60 metres (200 feet) and up to 1000 years of age. Heart rimu with a red/brown grain is one of the most beautifully figured woods in the world. A growing scarcity, fuelled by felling bans and ravenous demand has made rimu a highly sought after and priced decorative timber.]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Medium Māori Twisted Ring]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Medium Māori twisted ring - Miro PorowhitaWe feature the large Māori twisted ring and now also the smaller version. Another beautiful framed carving by our Māori artist Mike and his team in Rotorua. Stunning framed NZ wall art 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 medium Māori twisted ring:Overall size: 126mm x 161mm x 26mm(4.96" x 6.34" x 1.02") Comes with wall mount Description at the back of the frame]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Large Māori Tiki wall decoration]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Large Māori Tiki wall decoration Looking for a contemporary Māori gift? These Māori artworks are crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology. And all the artworks are hand assembled. This piece of art boasts super fine detail, paua inlay. And it comes complete with wall mount or stand, related story and protective gift box.We can organise engraving for the Māori tiki trophy. Size large tiki wall decoration:235mm x 148mm (9.25"x6.34"x5.83")Or have a look at our [large Māori tiki trophy](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-large-tiki-trophy/) Beautiful Māori art.Buy your tiki wall decoration from Aotearoa.co.nz.### The meaning of Te Tiki: Hei Tiki. Hei means 'to wear around the neck'. And 'Tiki' means 'first man. The origins of 'Tiki' are uncertain. 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 fishlike eyes and webbed feet and considered the teacher of all things. And 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. A tiki is considered a powerful good luck charm. ### Taonga: Therefore "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.#### Spiritual significance: "Hei Tiki" have spiritual significance to Māori, therefore 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. Also 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.Source: Mike Carlton - Māori artist]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Māori Manaia wall art decoration]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## 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_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Large Māori fishhook wall decoration]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## 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_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Māori trophies]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Māori trophies Māori trophies. Lovely NZ trophy icons on a stand. Stand along trophies or souvenir. Very cool icons: the fern, the kiwi and the koru. Popular for corporate gifts, schools, conferences and special events. Great way to celebrate our Māori culture. Also very popular as a souvenir (these lovely Māori gifts are flat packed, so easy to put in your suitcase or to ship overseas.### Size of our Māori trophies: Fern trophy: 240mmx97mm (9.45"x3.82") Koru trophy: 235mmx90mm (9.25"x3.54") Kiwi trophy: 102mmx120mm (4.02"x4.72") ### Engraving Can be engraved. Just add the text you wish in one of the comment boxes, or email us.### Fern trophy The silver fern is widely representative of New Zealand and New Zealanders - Kiwis. It is an image to which all New Zealanders relate and is a powerful and emotional symbol of inspiration.The symbol comes from the New Zealand 'cyathea dealbata', known as 'ponga' in New Zealand. Fern leaves are dark green on the upper side and silver underneath.Did you know that the Māori laid the fern silver side up as track markers; in the dark they would lit up by burning torches. It was often used by Māori as shelter and bedding for sleeping on, due to the thin texture of the 'hairs'.The silver fern as an iconic symbol of New Zealand and has been used as the country's sporting emblem since 1888, often displayed on the uniforms of New Zealand's natinal sports teams, most notably our 'All Blacks' rugby and 'Silver Fern' netball teams. And our Emirates Team New Zealand!### Koru trophy To the Māori people of Aotearoa, New Zealand, the koru is a tohu (symbol) of divine inspiration from nature. It is a symbol that represents an unfurling silver fern frond, New Zealand's most iconic native plant. Another beautiful Māori trophy.The fern shoot has a tip that remainse culred within itself that begins to unfold as it grows to become the fern leaf.Koru symbolises new life, growth, strength and peace. It is an integral symbol in Maori art, carving and tattoos. The circular shape of the koru helps to convey the idea of perpetual movement while the inner coil suggests a return to the point of origin. ### Kiwi trophy Love our Kiwis... our NZ flightless bird, another great NZ icon. The kiwi is our national symbol and icon. "Kiwi" comes from the language of Māori, the indigenous NZ people. It means "hidden bird". The association between Kiwis and NZ is so strong that often the word Kiwi is used to refer to the people of New Zealand.#### Rimu The majestic rimu is found throughout New Zealand. Mature specimens grow to a height of over 60 metre (200ft) and up to 1000 years of age. Heart rimu with a red/brown grain is one of the most beautifully figured woods in the world.A growing scarcity, fueled by felling bans and ravenous demand has made rimu a highly sought after and priced decorative timber. This product is made from recycled NZ rimu. We also have a small rimu bowl available >>#### Care This product is finished with heat/scratch resistant lacquer. It should be wiped clean with a damp cloth. #### Larger Māori trophies Our artist also creates larger trophies in various designs:[Pikorua](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-large-double-twist-pikorua/) (double twist for friendship and love) [Fishhook](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-large-maori-fishhook-trophy/) [Manaia](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-maori-manaia-trophy/) [Tiki](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-large-tiki-trophy/) Or check out our Cultural trophy awards: waka stern, koru spiral, toki, and more >>]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Rimu wine glass holders]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Rimu wine glass holders Happy hour is coming up! Throw a spanner into the works... after hours.These items are made from New Zealand rimu...### Rimu These wineglass holders have been crafted from NZ Rimu veneerboard. The majestic rimu can be found throughout New Zealand. Mature specimens grow to a height of over 60m (200ft) and up to 1000 years of age.Heart rimu with its rich red/brown grain is one of the most beautifully figured woods in the world.### Design: koru spanner, yep, a spanner ### Size, approx.: 240mmx55mm (9.45"x2.17") And check out these cool and colourful [wine charms >>](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-paua-wine-charms/)Or the wine glass coasters >>]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[Māori USB flash drive... This is handy... and funky... your photos on a Māori design memory stick... and/or your data on a Māori design memory stick. Pretty cool! Show off your photos and take them with you wherever you go! Plug and play, plug and show.Grade A MLC Samsung NANA Flash memory - 14GB, that's a LOT of photos... Robust and reliable Hot plug and play Sheathed in FSC certified European Maple harvested from responsibly managed forests]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[## Rimu bird magnets Set of 4 bird magnets, the NZ tui, pukeko, kiwi and kea.NZ rimu hexagon with strong magnet.Cool gifts for your fridge :-)tui pūkeko kiwi keaSize approx: 45mm (1.77")]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[## Contemporary Māori twisted ring - Miro PorowhitaAnother beautiful framed carving (double twist wall decoration) by our Māori artist Mike and his team in Rotorua. Stunning framed wall art 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_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[## 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_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Manaia Māori hair comb]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Manaia Māori hair comb The Maori word for comb is 'heru'.Each heru (Māori comb) features a shapely rimu veneerboard body with head portion decorated both sides with contemporary Māori artwork. These beautiful Māori hair combs boast super fine details and are embellished with pāua inlay. ### What is the meaning of manaia? This heru features a manaia; a manaia is a spiritual guardian and protects against evil.### What is the meaning of a heru? The heru does not only have a functional purpose as a hair ornament; the heru also embodies deeper spiritual and cultural meanings Connection to ancestors: Through traditional designs and materials that link wearers to their tūpuna (ancestors) Spiritual protection: Particularly through manaia designs that serve as guardians Cultural identity: As tangible expressions of Māori heritage and belonging A heru was often passed down through families as taonga (treasures) #### Size Maori Manaia haircomb: Approx.140mm x 45mm(3.94" x 1.77")]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Ceramic pūkeko garden art]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Ceramic pūkeko garden art, outdoor art - Made in NZ You just found the beautiful ceramic pūkeko by Splashy Ceramics. And a pūkeko family would look fantastic in your garden. However, you can also buy them separately.These NZ ceramic pūkeko look great in any garden. And we can send these pūkeko all over the world and of course within New Zealand. Cool NZ made ceramics. We don't have one of these pūkeko in our garden yet! But we will get one this summer. These pūkeko make a wonderful gift!The legs are to be inserted in the hole; the angle can be adjusted to suit (best is to cross the steel legs).Please note the legs are quite heavy (they are made of steel). They look like chopsticks in the photo :-)### What is the size of a NZ ceramic pūkeko? Baby ceramic pūkeko: 80mm x 110mm x 50mm / legs: 200mm Medium ceramic pūkeko: 110mm x 140mm x 80mm / 300mm Large ceramic pūkeko: 150mm x 190mm x 90mm / 400mm Check out our pūkeko wall art >>### Pūkeko The NZ pūkeko is a large, conspicious rail found throughout New Zealand. The head, breast and throat are deep blue/violet, the back and wings are black, and the under-tail coverts are conspicuously white. The conical bright red bill is connected to a similarly coloured ‘frontal shield’ ornament covering the forehead, the eyes are also red.The legs and feet are orange, with long, slim toes. Females are smaller than males, but similarly coloured. Juveniles are similar to adults but duller, with black eyes and black bill and shield that turn to red around 3 months of age.More information about our NZ pūkeko bird >>Source: NZ Birds Online]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[## Large Māori Tiki trophy Looking for a trophy or a contemporary Māori gift? These Māori freestanding artworks are crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology. And all the artworks are hand assembled. This piece of art boasts super fine detail, pāua inlay. And it comes complete with a stand, related story and protective gift box. A hei tiki is considered a powerful good-luck charm, serving as a protective talisman that wards off evil spirits. A tiki also brings good fortune and represents fertility, wisdom, and authority.We can organise engraving for the Māori tiki trophy. Size large tiki trophy:260mm x 148mm (10.24"x6.34"x5.83")Or have a look at our [large Māori tiki wall decoration](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-large-tiki-wall-decoration/) Beautiful Māori art.Buy your tiki trophy from Aotearoa.co.nz.### The meaning of Te Tiki Hei Tiki. Hei means 'to wear around the neck'. And 'Tiki' means 'first man. The origins of 'Tiki' are uncertain. 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 fishlike eyes and webbed feet and considered the teacher of all things. And 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.### Taonga Therefore "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.### Spiritual significance "Hei Tiki" have spiritual significance to Māori, therefore 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. Also 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.Source: Mike Carlton - Māori artist]]></product_content>
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    <product_title><![CDATA[Medium Māori waka]]></product_title>
    <product_content><![CDATA[## Medium Māori waka (war canoe) Looking for a beautiful Māori gift representing your journey in life? Experience the spirit of Aotearoa with our stunning medium waka by Aeon Giftware-each a tribute to Māori craftsmanship and tradition.Wooden waka with the hull crafted from Genesis Kauri stained dark brown. Prow and stern embellished with intricate Kauri filligree and pāua inlay. Features a removable stern post (for safe and compact packaging) and presented in a robust mailing tube. This is handy. ### Size medium waka: Medium waka :410mm (16.14") x 50mm (1.97") ### More information about the Māori waka The Medium Waka (410mm) and Small Waka (230mm) are both meticulously hand-carved from Genesis Kauri, stained a deep, rich brown to highlight the natural grain. Their prows and sterns are adorned with intricate Kauri filigree and shimmering paua shell inlays, capturing the artistry of Māori design. Six small paddles are attached to the medium waka. Each waka features a removable stern post for safe packaging and display, and comes with a sturdy stand and robust mailing tube for easy gifting or shipping . [Small Māori waka >>](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-small-maori-waka/)Or check out [our large authentic Māori waka >>](https://www.aotearoa.co.nz/products/aotearoa-authentic-maori-waka/)Small and medium Māori waka]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[## Rimu business card holder Pretty cool rimu business card holder box with Māori fishhook (paua inlay and mother-of-pearl inlay). ### Designs: Māori fishhook with paua shell and mother-of-pearl inlay. Fern with paua shell inlay Size, approx.:101mmx77mmx31mm(3.98"x3.03"x1.22")]]></product_content>
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