Ancient Toki Replica
Similar Posts
Hei Toki for my Dad
Made this for my Dad on his big birthday recently. This is a made from a pounamu that he actually bought for me as a rough block. I have made toki for one of his brothers and two of his nephews from this piece as well. Cool way to be connected with your whanau.
Whakapapa – Shared Roots
In the realm of traditional carving, every piece has its own tale to tell, a story that interweaves art, symbolism, and deep-rooted culture. Today, I am excited to unveil two exquisite pieces from my collection, carefully hand-carved from a unique slice of pounamu, or New Zealand greenstone. Both hailing from the same stone, these two…
Toki and Kuru Set, Pounamu
This set is made from the same stone from the Nelson region. It is for a beautiful couple as their christmas gifts to each other. Having two pounamu pendants made from the same stone is very special. Jade goes through some pretty serious stuff to become what it is today. It is formed when two…
Te Manawa o te Wā
The name Te Manawa o te Wā means The Heart of Time. It speaks to the quiet truth at the centre of this taonga — that time is the most precious gift we are given. This toki was commissioned by a son whose mother, at 86, is nearing the end of her life. When she…
