TRADITIONAL DESIGNS

This collection contains traditional designs, carved in a range of materials.

KORU

Rebirth ~ Purity ~ Peace

Koru is the Māori word for 'loop'. The spiral shaped koru design graphically represents an unfolding silver fern frond. The circular movement towards an inner coil refers to ‘going back to the beginning’.

TIKI

Fertility ~ Fortune ~ Creation

The Tiki is a very ancient symbol and, while quickly recognised, is by far the least understood of traditional carved designs. There are a number of legends in relation to its meaning. Some say the Tiki came from the stars and that he was the first man of the world. Other theories suggest that tiki represents the human embryo - forming life.

PIKORUA

Friendship ~ Knowledge ~ Love

The Pikorua or single twist shape represents the eternal emerging paths in life.  The figure-eight form symbolizes the bond between two people, their loyalty and love.  This shape reflects the natural ebbs and flows that occur in a relationship without breaking the bond of friendship or love.

TOKI

Courage ~ Wisdom ~ Authority

A symbol of courage and strength in times of adversity. Toki were worn by Māori elders as a symbol of power, wisdom and authority. 

The toki (adze) was a chisel tool used by the Māori people of Aotearoa (New Zealand) to carve their great canoes and the detailing on meeting houses. When lashed to a wooden handle it was also used as a weapon.

MATAU

Prosperity ~ Abundance ~ Fertility

Much of Māori theology was based around the sea - Māori crossed the Pacific Ocean to find New Zealand (Aotearoa) in sailing canoes, fishing to survive these long and dangerous journeys.

Legend has it that New Zealand was once a huge fish that was caught by the great mariner Maui using a line of woven plant fibre and a bone hook - so the hook, or matau, is central to our Islands.

MANAIA

Guide ~ Protect ~ Communicate

The Māori people have many legends about the creation of the earth and how New Zealand was discovered. These legends include a number of mythical beings, some of whom have control over each of the elements while others belong to the realm of ancestral spirits.

The Manaia can be blended into many Maori designs with subtle differences between tribes.  Most Maori art tells the story of a tribe or event. The Manaia therefore has many forms as it is intertwined with other shapes and patterns to depict its different powers and its interaction with the spirit or mortal worlds.

WHEKU

Ancestor ~ Heritage ~ Spirit

Wheku, meaning 'carved face', depicts the face of an ancestor.

The Wheku is generally found at the apex of the gable on a Wharenui, the Maori meeting house, and symbolises an important ancestor after whom the house was named.

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  • A hand carved twist pendant made from bone. This is a work of art carved by Fumio Noguchi who is renowned for his skill in bone carving. We deliver this pendant to you on a plaited black cord. Delivery with Express Courier is included in the price.A hand carved twist pendant made from bone. This is a work of art carved by Fumio Noguchi who is renowned for his skill in bone carving. We deliver this pendant to you on a plaited black cord. Delivery with Express Courier is included in the price.
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    TWISTING JOURNEY
    ONE ONLY - ART TO WEAR TWISTING JOURNEY, carved by Fumio Noguchi from bone with a Pāua shell centre. TWISTING JOURNEY is a wearable masterpiece. It is a remarkable piece of work - quality and craftsmanship make it a fashion statement you'll treasure for years....
    €511,95 EUR
    €511,95 EUR
  • This is a wonderful, large Toki with Tiki from BoneThis is a wonderful, large Toki with Tiki from Bone
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    TU WHAKAHĪHĪ
    TU WHAKAHĪHĪ - Stand Proud A Toki pendant with a Tiki design carved into the front face. This is a large and imposing pendant, designed to represent courage and pride. This piece was carved for us by - Anthony Bray-Heta. TU WHAKAHĪHĪ is a...
    €773,95 EUR
    €967,95 EUR
    €773,95 EUR
  • This is a lovely, large, New Zealand Flower Jade, pounamu drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable manuka green coloured cord which is length adjustable.This is a lovely, large, New Zealand Flower Jade, pounamu drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable manuka green coloured cord which is length adjustable.
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    GOLDEN ELIXIR
    GOLDEN ELIXIR - a medium-sized, graceful drop pendant, hand made from wonderful New Zealand Marsden Jade. If you like natural, flowing jewellery with an organic look and feel - this is the one for you! Soft curves, streamlined edges and a wonderful feel in the hand - GOLDEN...
    €203,95 EUR
    €203,95 EUR
  • Raukaraka Pounamu drop pendant. Hand carved by Rhys Hall for NZ Pacific. Handmade jewellery for sale online. The cord is a 3-braid plait in tan and has a loop and pebble toggle closure. Drop necklace for men and women. Large drop necklace hand made from New Zealand Jade.Raukaraka Pounamu drop pendant. Hand carved by Rhys Hall for NZ Pacific. Handmade jewellery for sale online. The cord is a 3-braid plait in tan and has a loop and pebble toggle closure. Drop necklace for men and women. Large drop necklace hand made from New Zealand Jade.
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    SUN DROP
    SUN DROP Inspired by the beauty of life-giving sunlight, SUN DROP is a one-of-a-kind work of art crafted from exquisite Raukaraka Pounamu. Handmade, this is a powerful piece of jewellery that will add a touch of elegance to any ensemble. SUN DROP by Rhys Hall, has...
    €181,95 EUR
    €181,95 EUR
  • This is a large sized tiki - carved from gorgeous Marsden jade. The craftsmanship is superb, this piece is as well carved as any we have seen. The cord is an adjustable four plaited cord in black. One only by Ana Krakosky.This is a large sized tiki - carved from gorgeous Marsden jade. The craftsmanship is superb, this piece is as well carved as any we have seen. The cord is an adjustable four plaited cord in black. One only by Ana Krakosky.
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    MANA WITHIN
    New Zealand Jade Tiki, hand carved by Ana Krakosky. MANA WITHIN is a medium-large tiki, carved from a striking piece of New Zealand pounamu. Beautifully carved for us by Ana Krakosky. Look closely at the photos and the video - the stone is quite unusual, a very soft milky...
    €813,95 EUR
    €813,95 EUR
  • 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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    TARANAKI PANEL - TWO
    TARANAKI PANEL - TWO ARTIST: YURI TERENYI This is an intricately carved piece, which replicates a very old panel carving from the Taranaki, in New Zealand. This particular piece is based on a pre-European carved panel which was a freestanding piece. The original is a very...
    €655,95 EUR
    €655,95 EUR
  • 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.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.
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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...
    €2.474,95 EUR
    €2.474,95 EUR
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade, single twist pendant. Maori pikorua pendant hand carved in New Zealand. Made by NZ Pacific, jade jewellery for sale online. One only hand made by Ross Crump.Hand carved New Zealand jade, single twist pendant. Maori pikorua pendant hand carved in New Zealand. Made by NZ Pacific, jade jewellery for sale online. One only hand made by Ross Crump.
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    PATIENCE
    PATIENCE - carved in a bright, speckled piece of New Zealand Kawakawa jade. This is a wonderful pendant, carved for us by Ross Crump. Noteworthy on this piece (aside from the beautiful stone) is the elegant and simple design, and the outstanding polished finish - no-one...
    €172,95 EUR
    €215,95 EUR
    €172,95 EUR
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  • A handcarved masterpiece. A complex large twist 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.A handcarved masterpiece. A complex large twist 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.
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    UNIDOS POR EL AMOR
    UNIDOS POR EL AMOR - bound by love At the heart of this piece is connection and freedom. Two individually carved pieces forever linked - UNIDOS POR EL AMOR! This is a remarkable piece. The carving skill required to create this work of art is exceptional. We...
    €398,95 EUR
    €398,95 EUR
  • A one off beautiful piece of carved art. Hand carved for us by Yuri Terenyi and is a double manaia pendant. This is a wonderful ethnic bone pendant designed to be worn. It has been stained by a homemade tea dye in a bright gingery brown colour and we have hand plaited an adjustable cord in black with a burnt gold floret popper.A one off beautiful piece of carved art. Hand carved for us by Yuri Terenyi and is a double manaia pendant. This is a wonderful ethnic bone pendant designed to be worn. It has been stained by a homemade tea dye in a bright gingery brown colour and we have hand plaited an adjustable cord in black with a burnt gold floret popper.
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    FRIEND OF MINE
    FRIEND OF MINE is carved from bone and stained with a homemade dye that Yuri makes and uses to colour the bone. The manaia eyes are made from local Pāua shell - a beautiful fluorescent blue/green colour. This piece is a work of art -...
    €691,95 EUR
    €691,95 EUR
  • 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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    HEAD TO HEAD
    HEAD TO HEAD - The design is a complex manaia form - two manaia facing one another. A powerful piece of art to wear. Another stunning and intricately carved pendant by one of the best bone carvers around - Yuri Terenyi. This piece displays...
    €640,95 EUR
    €640,95 EUR
  • 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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    MALOYA
    MALOYA - a high mountain pass in the Swiss Alps MALOYA is carved from a single piece of cow bone and is stained with a homemade tea dye. It is a unique piece of art that has been made to wear. If ever a piece...
    €435,95 EUR
    €435,95 EUR
  • 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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    SKY HIGH
    SKY HIGH Bone carving at its best! This is a complex manaia carving created for us by Yuri Terenyi. Yuri carved this piece from a single piece of bone, and stained it with his self-made tea dye. It is a complex design beautifully executed....
    €430,95 EUR
    €537,95 EUR
    €430,95 EUR
  • 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...
    €502,95 EUR
    €502,95 EUR
  • WILDERNESS 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.WILDERNESS 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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    WILDERNESS
    WILDERNESS - Beautiful Bone Twist Pendant Another stunning and intricate 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. WILDERNESS is carved from cow bone and stained...
    €467,95 EUR
    €467,95 EUR
  • A wonderful, intricate pendant handcarved by Yuri in bone. A beautifully sensual and fascinating form that reflects the complexity and wonder of human relationships.A wonderful, intricate pendant handcarved by Yuri in bone. A beautifully sensual and fascinating form that reflects the complexity and wonder of human relationships.
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    LOVERS REALM
    LOVERS REALM - Bone carving work at its finest! A wonderful, intricate twist pendant handcarved by Yuri in bone. A beautifully sensual and fascinating form that reflects the complexity and wonder of human relationships. This is a one-off piece, beautifully hand crafted by Yuri...
    €399,95 EUR
    €399,95 EUR
  • A hand carved New Zealand Jade Heru comb. A large hand made Heru comb by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. Kerry has carved two Haast eagles at the top of the comb - this is an exquisite work of art and would be perfect for an enthusiasts collection.A hand carved New Zealand Jade Heru comb. A large hand made Heru combe by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. Kerry has carved two Haast eagles at the top of the comb - this is an exquisite work of art and would be perfect for an enthusiasts collection.
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    THE EYRIE
    Two Haast eagles meet in this magnificent jade Heru  THE EYRIE was hand carved by artist and carver, Kerry Thompson. This is a remarkable work of art - beautifully designed and faultlessly carved. A piece to use - it is fully functional as shown in...
    €4.552,95 EUR
    €4.552,95 EUR
  • Hand carved New Zealand mother of pearl drop, Koru earrings hand made by Kerry and Amanda Thompson. One only large Koru earrings. Real New Zealand Mother of Pearl art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide.Hand carved New Zealand mother of pearl drop, Koru earrings hand made by Kerry and Amanda Thompson. One only large Koru earrings. Real New Zealand Mother of Pearl art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide.
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    PEACE ANCHOR
    PEACE ANCHOR - Gorgeous Mother of Pearl Earrings Enjoy some seaside vibes with these hand-crafted PEACE ANCHOR earrings! The Thompson's have worked their magic to bring you a piece of nature perfect for any outfit. Set sail for style and make a statement! A quirky and...
    €152,95 EUR
    €152,95 EUR
  • A hand carved and intricate koru pendant made for us by Yuri Terenyi. This is a beautiful little piece and is emblematic of the well known and loved Koru design. It is carved from bone in a round shape with decorative design carved into the koru. It is suspended from a sage green cord with a blue floret and the necklace is adjustable.A hand carved and intricate koru pendant made for us by Yuri Terenyi. This is a beautiful little piece and is emblematic of the well known and loved Koru design. It is carved from bone in a round shape with decorative design carved into the koru. It is suspended from a red/khaki cord with a red floret and the necklace is adjustable.
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    NAIAD
    NAIAD is a unique, hand carved pendant made from natural bone. It features a graceful design with intricate koru carvings that flow artfully along the front and back. This exquisite piece is sure to appeal to those seeking a pendant with a timeless beauty. NAIAD...
    €187,95 EUR
    €187,95 EUR
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  • Hand carved large New Zealand Flower Jade Koru with Greywacke stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Ric Moor. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.Koru sculpture on a wooden table in a modern living room.
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    SUNRISE MEETS SUNSET
    NEW ARRIVAL ONE ONLY We named this wonderful sculpture SUNRISE MEETS SUNSET. You decide which way up it goes... you make the call whether it's SUNRISE or SUNSET. A spectacular, flower jade koru sculpture. Hand carved by New Zealand Master Jade Carver - Ric Moor. SUNRISE...
    €2.023,95 EUR
    €2.023,95 EUR
  • A hand carved large Black Jade drop, roimata, necklace. The cord is a black colour and is a fixed length. A large sized hand made drop necklace by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. One off work of art to wear.A woman wearing black jade pendants
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    AWE AND WONDER
      AWE AND WONDER - elegance pure... No matter what happens in life, never lose your sense of AWE AND WONDER! This is a very large black jade drop pendant. Kerry has carved an outstanding piece of Wyoming Black Jade to promote its unique two-tone...
    €443,95 EUR
    €443,95 EUR
  • A man wearing a large New Zealand Jade pendantA beautiful large hand carved matau with koru pendant. Carved for us by Ross Crump from rare New Zealand jade. This is a wonderful pendant to gift to someone special.
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    RAIN DANCE
    RAIN DANCE This is a significant carving - a visually stunning pendant carved from a beautiful piece of New Zealand Jade.  RAIN DANCE is a wonderful exemplar of the hook - a matau with three koru carved into the body. This is a wonderfully designed...
    €1.023,95 EUR
    €1.023,95 EUR
  • This pendant is a gorgeous and intricately carved mermaid hook pendant. Carved by renowned bone carver Yuri Terenyi for us. This is a masterpiece. It is a mermaid with her tail culminating into a hook. The craftsmanship displayed in this piece is extraordinary - a collectors item, or a piece to wear and love.This pendant is a gorgeous and intricately carved mermaid hook pendant. Carved by renowned bone carver Yuri Terenyi for us. This is a masterpiece. It is a mermaid with her tail culminating into a hook. The craftsmanship displayed in this piece is extraordinary - a collectors item, or a piece to wear and love.
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    L'AMACA DELLE SIRENE
    L'AMACA DELLE SIRENE - the mermaids hammock L'AMACA DELLE SIRENE is a gorgeous piece! Carved in bone for us by Yuri Terenyi. A pendant that will take your heart to the ocean (on a good day!) - it is enchanting and sensual, beautifully carved and ready...
    €244,95 EUR
    €244,95 EUR
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  • Natural stained cow bone manaia with hook pendant. Hand carved by Yuri Terenyi in New Zealand. Unique design pendant for sale online. One only stained bone manaia, hook necklace. Free delivery worldwide. Delivered with an adjustable cord.Natural stained cow bone manaia with hook pendant. Hand carved by Yuri Terenyi in New Zealand. Unique design pendant for sale online. One only stained bone manaia, hook necklace. Free delivery worldwide. Delivered with an adjustable cord.
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    THE FACE OF VICTORY
    THE FACE OF VICTORY A bold, strong carved manaia hook... Carved for us by Yuri Terenyi - you can immediately recognise his bold carving style in THE FACE OF VICTORY. A hook that you can imagine being used to capture fish and nourish a...
    €77,95 EUR
    €77,95 EUR
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