Contemporary

Traditional carving is evolving continually and this produces some wonderful contemporary pieces that incorporate elements of current artistic creativity with more traditional forms and symbolism.

The pieces in this collection display creative direction that we believe deserves to be identified as contemporary. Where there are traditional forms and symbolism incorporated we have explained this in the individual carving or art descriptions. We hope you enjoy these as much as we do!

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  • This photo shows a contemporary koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a contemporary koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    GOLDEN TOUCH
    GOLDEN TOUCH - a contemporary Koru pendant. Beautiful, delicately carved and graceful! GOLDEN TOUCH is a pendant carved from the pounamu of New Zealand. A rare and beautiful local jade with exceptional colour - this is clearly reflected in this piece of stone! Wear...
    CHF 158.00
    CHF 247.00
    CHF 158.00
  • This is a handcarved pendant depicting a beetle on the front face. it is carved from Woolly Mammoth tusk and is a beautiful creamy, golden colour. A lovely and unique necklace for those of us who are fascinated with beetles.This is a handcarved pendant depicting a beetle on the front face. it is carved from Woolly Mammoth tusk and is a beautiful creamy, golden colour. A lovely and unique necklace for those of us who are fascinated with beetles.
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    FLUTTER
    FLUTTER.... this little guy looks like he's just about to lift off - an insect necklace carved for all you entomologists and insect lovers! These pieces are hand carved from gorgeous Woolly Mammoth. The Mammoth Tusk used for this piece is CERTIFIED 34,690 YEARS OLD (+/- 815...
    CHF 93.00
    CHF 93.00
  • This photo shows a contemporary drop carved into New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We have added an adjustable black cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a contemporary drop carved into New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We have added an adjustable black cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    THE WASP
    THE WASP is a great example of the two great skills required to produce beautiful, unique jade art - an artistic vision for the stone, and the ability to transfer this to what is a very unforgiving medium. Shaun has brought his considerable skills to...
    CHF 153.00
    CHF 191.00
    CHF 153.00
  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable sage green cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable sage green cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    SHALLOW WATERS
    SHALLOW WATERS is a pendant carved from a piece of New Zealand - and this is clearly reflected in this exceptional piece of stone! Wear it and feel that connection with solid ground. SHALLOW WATERS has been carved for us by Shaun Gardiner, from...
    CHF 226.00
    CHF 282.00
    CHF 226.00
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade Manaia sculpture with wooden stand. This is a large New Zealand Flower Jade Manaia sculpture hand carved here in New Zealand. This is a one only work of art and will be shipped to you with express courier.FAR CRY
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    FAR CRY
    FAR CRY - A spectacular, flower jade Manaia FAR CRY is a large and visually confronting Manaia sculpture. It is carved from New Zealand Flower Jade - a nice piece of consistent stone that has allowed the very fine, detailed carving evident in this piece. The stand is...
    CHF 2,312.00
    CHF 2,312.00
  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable ice white coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable ice white coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    LIGHT HEARTED
    LIGHT HEARTED - a medium sized contemporary Koru pendant, carved from a beautiful, bright New Zealand Kawakawa pounamu. Beautiful, delicately carved and graceful.  Wear and be LIGHT HEARTED, and feel that connection with New Zealand. This particular piece has been carved from a marvellous...
    CHF 168.00
    CHF 210.00
    CHF 168.00
  • Hand carved deer antler brain with snake pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific. Free postage worldwide. Hand made brain with snake head necklace from deer antler. Brain with snake necklace for men and women.Hand carved deer antler brain with snake pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific. Free postage worldwide. Hand made brain with snake head necklace from deer antler. Brain with snake necklace for men and women.
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    DEVIL IN THE DETAIL
    DEVIL IN THE DETAIL is a beautifully carved, fanciful piece - a brain with a snake hitchhiker, hand-crafted in deer antler by NZ Pacific. After something different? You've landed at the right place! Stand out, be different and set a new trend with DEVIL...
    CHF 173.00
    CHF 173.00
  • A contemporary hand carved flute. This piece is made from bone and is a fully functioning musical instrument and can be played. Beautiful art hand made by Yuri Terenyi. Flute with Dragons head.A contemporary hand carved flute. This piece is made from bone and is a fully functioning musical instrument and can be played. Beautiful art hand made by Yuri Terenyi. Flute with Dragons head.
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    GARGOYLE SONG
    GARGOYLE SONG - a stunning hand carved, 'one off' Bone Ocarina Flute. Hand made by Yuri Terenyi... this piece is an exceptional piece of art with a very practical application (for talented flautists out there!). Here is the description of this exceptional work in...
    CHF 1,595.00
    CHF 1,595.00
  • This picture shows a small sized Zebra Marble stone skull pendant that we have hand carved. It is polished to a soft shine and is a very striking piece. The cord is black and has a small grey floret binding just above the pendant.This picture shows a small sized Zebra Marble stone skull pendant that we have hand carved. It is polished to a soft shine and is a very striking piece. The cord is black and has a small grey floret binding just above the pendant.
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    ZEBRA MARBLE
    ZEBRA MARBLE - check this little guy out! The closer you look the more interesting this piece is! A very cool small skull pendant. Hand carved from Zebra Marble. The skull is an ancient symbol that has long been adopted to evoke a host of...
    CHF 119.00
    CHF 119.00
  • This is a hand carved lotus flower pendant. It is made from woolly mammoth tusk. This is a medium sized necklace and is a very unique, one only, pendant that is a collectors piece. Hand carved by New Zealand artist, Sami.This is a hand carved lotus flower pendant. It is made from woolly mammoth tusk. This is a medium sized necklace and is a very unique, one only, pendant that is a collectors piece. Hand carved by New Zealand artist, Sami.
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    SACRED LOTUS
      SACRED LOTUS - CARVED IN ANCIENT MAMMOTH TUSK, RARE AND BEAUTIFUL This piece is a great example of the sublime beauty of hand carved jewellery. A lotus flower unlike any you have never seen before, hand carved from a beautiful pale tan piece of woolly mammoth...
    CHF 494.00
    CHF 617.00
    CHF 494.00
  • This picture shows a large sized Deer Antler Bone skull pendant that we have hand carved. It is polished to a soft shine and is a very striking piece. The cord is black and has a small green popper binding just above the pendant.This picture shows a large sized Deer Antler Bone skull pendant that we have hand carved. It is polished to a soft shine and is a very striking piece. The cord is black and has a small red floret binding just above the pendant.
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    BRAIN CASE
    BRAIN CASE - Hand carved from Deer Antler, this is a large and expressive skull pendant. The skull is an ancient symbol that has long been adopted to evoke a host of strong emotional responses - ranging from fear to courage and individuality. It...
    CHF 134.00
    CHF 134.00
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  • This necklace is carved from cow bone and stained with a homemade tea dye. It is a unique piece of wearable art that is sure to catch the eye. The shape is a complex twist form and has been beautifully hand carved by bone carver Yuri Terenyi.This necklace is carved from cow bone and stained with a homemade tea dye. It is a unique piece of wearable art that is sure to catch the eye. The shape is a complex twist form and has been beautifully hand carved by bone carver Yuri Terenyi.
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    SERPENTINE ROAD
    SERPENTINE ROAD Another stunning and intricately carved pendant by one of the best bone carvers around - Yuri Terenyi. This piece displays Yuri's exceptional talent, his attention to detail and his creative artistry. SERPENTINE ROAD is carved from cow bone and stained with a...
    CHF 469.00
    CHF 469.00
  • Woman wearing jade and silver necklaceA photo of a sterling silver fashionable chain with New Zealand Jade. This is stylish womens statement piece - hand crafted here in New Zealand.
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    GREEN CRATER
    GREEN CRATER - an absolute work of art and an alluring, unique necklace!  Hand made from gorgeous New Zealand Pounamu with sterling silver.  GREEN CRATER is quintessential Ana Krakosky - a quirky, interesting design beautifully handcrafted with a wonderful mix of New Zealand jade and...
    CHF 1,329.00
    CHF 1,329.00
  • Hand carved Waimea pounamu disc pendant. These beautiful pieces have been carved for us by Raegan Bregmen and are quite beautiful. The soft green colours are lovely and are set off with a paradise blue cord and ice white ridge binding.Hand carved Waimea pounamu disc pendant. These beautiful pieces have been carved for us by Raegan Bregmen and are quite beautiful. The soft green colours are lovely and are set off with a paradise blue cord and ice white ridge binding.
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    TREASURE
    TREASURE This is a lovely little pendant carved from a glorious piece of Waimea Jade. The primary colour is a soft mint green, a delightful piece of Art to Wear! The craftsmanship is exceptional and Raegan has highlighted the unique beauty of this type...
    CHF 115.00
    CHF 143.00
    CHF 115.00
  • Woman wearing bone pendantA hand carved masterpiece. A beautiful contemporary pendant carved from bone by Yuri Terenyi for NZ Pacific. This is a true piece of wearable art which is collectible. A one-off masterpiece and quite unique. Provided with an adjustable paradise blue cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    CORONET
    CORONET - Hand carved bone pendant This is a remarkable piece. We can't speak highly enough about the craftsmanship required to carve a piece like this. It falls beautifully, and looks deceptively simple. In reality it is very complex - very few people would...
    CHF 235.00
    CHF 235.00
  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable brown cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable brown cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    WHIPPER SNAPPER
    WHIPPER SNAPPER - a contemporary koru pendant. Beautiful, delicately carved and graceful! WHIPPER SNAPPER is a pendant to wear every day - you'll find your hand drifts to hold it... a natural effect that pounamu seems to evoke! Wear the WHIPPER SNAPPER and feel...
    CHF 226.00
    CHF 282.00
    CHF 226.00
  • This is a wonderful, etched koru from Deer Antler. Hand carved by Anthony Bray-Heta. Order yours now on NZ Pacific at www.nzpacific.comWoman wearing bone pendant
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    CATACOMB
    CATACOMB - A lovely little koru pendant, carved in deer antler. Artist - Anthony Bray-Heta. CATACOMB is a beautifully balanced koru carved from a solid piece of deer antler. It is tough and resilient - made to be worn. The neck band is an adjustable Brown cord.  The...
    CHF 266.00
    CHF 266.00
  • Hand carved woolly mammoth tusk earrings. Hand made by NZ Pacific for sale online.Woman wearing a beige sweater with earrings and a necklace, standing outdoors.
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    FENSTER
    FENSTER Hand carved from Woolly Mammoth tusk, with sterling silver hooks. A delicate pair of oval shaped earrings with a little window in the top. These show the unique grain and that wonderful pale, golden hue unique to mammoth tusk. Watch the video to appreciate their...
    CHF 71.00
    CHF 71.00
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  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable kalahari cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable kalahari cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    CONFLUENCE
    CONFLUENCE - a contemporary koru pendant... a meeting of the mind and soul Beautiful, delicately carved and graceful! CONFLUENCE is a pendant carved from New Zealand pounamu. Stone from  the heart of our land - which is clearly reflected in this exceptional piece of...
    CHF 226.00
    CHF 282.00
    CHF 226.00
  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable khaki cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable khaki cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    WATERSMEET
    WATERSMEET - a fantastic, delicately carved jade pendant. Hold this piece up to the light to reveal the beauty within! Imagine a mountain stream flowing through steep gorges - carving a path to the ocean! WATERSMEET is a pendant carved from New Zealand totoweka...
    CHF 238.00
    CHF 297.00
    CHF 238.00
  • Hand carved New Zealand Flower Jade Disc with wooden stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Alex Sands Studio. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.Hand carved New Zealand Flower Jade Disc with wooden stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Alex Sands Studio. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
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    PEACE
    A sculptural piece, carved from New Zealand Flower Jade, with a timber stand. ONE ONLY PEACE is a visually expressive piece that will appeal to aficionados of stone. This is a wonderful example of New Zealand flower jade, simply presented to let the stone's...
    CHF 661.00
    CHF 661.00
  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    CAUDAL
    CAUDAL - a medium sized koru pendant, carved in Shaun's distinctive style, from a beautiful New Zealand Kōkopu pounamu. Beautiful, delicate and graceful. Hold this piece up to the light to reveal the beauty within! CAUDAL is a pendant carved from the land of...
    CHF 226.00
    CHF 282.00
    CHF 226.00
  • This piece is a contemporary shield pendant carved from jade from New Zealand. It is a deep green colour. The cord is brown and is length adjustable. Hand made with Australian Black Jade and Jade.This piece is a contemporary shield pendant carved from jade from New Zealand. It is a deep green colour. The cord is brown and is length adjustable. Hand made with Australian Black Jade and Jade.
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    A MOMENT IN TIME
    A MOMENT IN TIME - a contemporary shield pendant carved in beautiful translucent green New Zealand Jade, and Australian Black Jade. Cross-border cooperation working well here! The beauty of this piece is its simplicity - fine materials combined in an expressive and fun design. The...
    CHF 213.00
    CHF 266.00
    CHF 213.00
  • This picture shows a toki pendant carved with a woven front face and a flat back. It is made from a piece of rare New Zealand Flower Jade by our artist and carver Ana Krakosky. The cord is black and is length adjustable.This picture shows a toki pendant carved with a woven front face and a flat back. It is made from a piece of rare New Zealand Flower Jade by our artist and carver Ana Krakosky. The cord is black and is length adjustable.
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    LOVE KETE
    LOVE KETE - a beautifully crafted, contemporary pendant. This piece is carved from rare New Zealand Flower Jade by Ana Krakosky. We are delighted to have a number of pieces from Ana - she introduces a wonderful contemporary edge to this very traditional artform...
    CHF 259.00
    CHF 259.00
  • This picture shows a leaf shaped pendant, hand carved from New Zealand flower jade. It has a silver cap with loop on the top for a cord or a chain. We will provide this with an adjustable plaited cord.This picture shows a leaf shaped pendant, hand carved from New Zealand flower jade. It has a silver cap with loop on the top for a cord or a chain. We will provide this with an adjustable plaited cord.
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    AUTUMN
    AUTUMN - we've just arrived in the time of year when the light is soft and gentle. A brief respite before the winter descends! This pendant is beautifully carved - it is fitted with a sterling silver cap suitable for a chain or cord....
    CHF 222.00
    CHF 277.00
    CHF 222.00
  • Hand carved New Zealand Marsden Jade Disc with Greywacke stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Ric Moor. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.Hand carved New Zealand Marsden Jade Disc with Greywacke stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Ric Moor. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
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    THE BOUNDARY OF NO ESCAPE
    ONE ONLY THE BOUNDARY OF NO ESCAPE - an inescapable attraction A spectacular, Marsden Jade disc sculpture. Hand carved by New Zealand Master Jade Carver - Ric Moor. THE BOUNDARY OF NO ESCAPE is a large disc carved from a wonderful deep, dark green piece of New...
    CHF 1,513.00
    CHF 1,891.00
    CHF 1,513.00
  • Hand carved contemporary jade broken sea shell jewellery. Made by Donna Summers for NZ Pacific from New Zealand greenstone. Authentic jade jewellery for sale online. These are a beautiful and feminine necklace and would make the perfect gift for the women in your life.Hand carved contemporary jade broken sea shell jewellery. Made by Donna Summers for NZ Pacific from New Zealand greenstone. Authentic jade jewellery for sale online. These are a beautiful and feminine necklace and would make the perfect gift for the women in your life.
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    ASHORE
    ASHORE Here's something a little different - a piece that captures a common sight on New Zealand beaches - the remnants of a seashell! The last vestiges of a life well lived! Beautifully carved in New Zealand Jade. A beautifully fluid design in a deep,...
    CHF 187.00
    CHF 234.00
    CHF 187.00
  • This photo shows a contemporary koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a contemporary koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    COILING SPIRIT
    COILING SPIRIT - a contemporary matau pendant. Exceptionally carved by Shaun Gardiner from New Zealand pounamu. COILING SPIRIT is a pendant carved from the land of New Zealand - and this is clearly reflected in this lovely piece of stone! Wear it and feel...
    CHF 226.00
    CHF 282.00
    CHF 226.00
  • A contemporary hand carved flute. This piece is made from bone and is a fully functioning musical instrument and can be played. Beautiful art hand made by Yuri Terenyi. Flute with Dragons head.A contemporary hand carved flute. This piece is made from bone and is a fully functioning musical instrument and can be played. Beautiful art hand made by Yuri Terenyi. Flute with Dragons head.
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    HEAR ME ROAR
    HEAR ME ROAR - a stunning hand carved, 'one off' engraved Bone Ocarina Flute. Hand made by Yuri Terenyi... and this piece really doesn't disappoint! Here is the description of this exceptional work in Yuri's words... The instrument is actually in this form (musically...
    CHF 1,595.00
    CHF 1,595.00
  • Hand carved medium sized, bone drop earrings. Hand made by Kristal Thompson. One only bone drop earrings. Real bone art to wear. Free Shipping worldwideHand carved medium sized, bone drop earrings. Hand made by Kristal Thompson. One only bone drop earrings. Real bone art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide
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    TENDER CARE
    TENDER CARE Beautifully handcrafted, TENDER CARE Bone earrings. These are slender, stylish and eye-catching. A wonderful look for your ears! We're thrilled to have these on offer for you - hand carved by Kristal Thompson. Delivery is included in the price. Artist: Kristal Thompson Material:...
    CHF 95.00
    CHF 95.00

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