Manaia Hook - Bone korowai and the giving of the

and the giving of the 21st key is a strong New Zealand tradition to symbolise opening the door of maturity and becoming an adult

This Pounamu Hei Matau is carved from Raukaraka and lashed with a black adjustable cord

Approximate dimensions: W 61mm x L 37mm

This piece of art boasts super fine detail

Manaia Hook - Bone korowai and the giving of theThis beautiful bone Manaia Hook is another example of beautiful carving. The head of the Manaia is lashed through the eye, whilst the tail forms the hook. It is beautifully etched and inlaid with paua. The Manaia represents a guardian that protects and balances. It is seen as a messenger between the physical and spiritual world, which is why only one side of its face is seen. It is also depicted with the head of a bird, the body of a man, and the tail