KOROWAI
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KOROWAI - Cloak
Carved from New Zealand Argillite
KOROWAI is a slender, styled toki, contemporary and very, very sharp! Designed and carved by Rueben TIpene. The stone is a palish grey coloured piece of argillite and beautifully polished.
Carved with Rueben's exceptional attention to detail, this is a faultless carving. The design is a little reminiscent of a carved pillar - the central channel captures the eye and gives this slender carving a grace and sense of power that seems to be greater than the scale of the piece.
KOROWAI is a carved artwork that we think will be passed down through generations - a very meaningful heirloom.
We think this would make a stand out gift for someone who leads with integrity and pride.
We have made a video which shows this piece slowly revolving. Take a moment to watch this, it reveals the precision required to deliver a design that reflects strength and visual impact.
The toki, or adze, is a symbol of strength. The adze was a key survival tool, highly valued for the roles it played in construction and defence. The smaller carved design is really a homage to the importance of this tool.
Traditionally, the toki is worn to provide strength and courage to assist through life's challenges. KOROWAI is a worthy piece in this respect.
This piece is provided on a plaited Tan adjustable length cord
We include our 'Kia Ora' card explaining the meaning behind the Toki design.
Delivery to you with Express Courier is included in the price.
Meaning of Toki: Courage ~ Wisdom ~ Authority
Artist: Rueben Tipene
Material: New Zealand Argillite
Cord Colour: Tan cord with Tan Binding
Cord Length: Fixed - 48cm Circumference with Bone Toggle
Size: 87mm (3.4") long, 27mm (1") wide
