INTREPID JOURNEY
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INTREPID JOURNEY - the third piece in a 'troika' of double manaia carved for us by Yuri Terenyi.
This double manaia is visually a little softer than the other two, INSEPARABLE and TWIN FLAME a little less 'edgy'.
INTREPID JOURNEY 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 - it depicts two reversed manaia, intertwined, individual and inextricably joined. Watch the video to appreciate the intricate design and the exceptional craftsmanship.
Māori believe that carvings carry the spirit of those who wear them, becoming an important family Taonga (treasure) passed on to future generations of the family as an heirloom.
The manaia is believed to be the holder of great spiritual energy and is a guardian against evil.
Delivered to you on our Khaki Green/Gingernut Brown combo coloured cord, which is adjustable in length.
We will also include our 'Kia Ora' cards, which explains the meaning behind the Manaia and twist design.
Meaning: Friendship ~ Guidance ~ Protection
Artist: Yuri Terenyi
Material: Cow Bone, stained with homemade tea dye and Pāua Shell eyes
Cord Colour: Gingernut Brown/Khaki Green combo cord with Khaki Floret
Cord Length: Adjustable
Size: 107mm (4.2 inches) long; 24mm (0.9 inches) wide