ANCHORED

ANCHORED – tangiwai toki, contemporary design

Handmade from New Zealand Tangiwai, this wonderful Toki pendant was carved by Kerry Thompson

This is a lovely, medium-sized, symbolic toki. Kerry has etched a wonderful design into the front face.

Kerry has carved a series of nested triangles carved into its face, using polish to establish a contrast. There are four large triangles comprised of four smaller triangles - three matte and one polished. This is a fantastic display of his creative approach to modern design in a traditional context.

The stone selected is of the highest quality: a dense, deep green tangiwai pounamu with naturally occurring silver flecks scattered through the stone. The silver flecks are iron minerals included when the stone formed. These natural variations lend the piece a sense of depth and character.

Carved with Kerry's exceptional attention to detail, this is a faultless carving.

ANCHORED is a carved artwork that we think will be passed down through generations - and become a very meaningful heirloom.

A brief video presentation captures the subtle interplay of light and form - viewing it is recommended to fully appreciate the work’s refinement.

A significant carving... a lasting legacy in stone.

Tangiwai is the most ancient form of pounamu and takes its name from the Māori 'tangi' - to cry and 'wai' - water, 'tears of sorrow'. It is the perfect stone for this marvellous pendant.

The toki, or adze, is a symbol of strength. The adze was a key survival tool, so the owner of a good one was believed to be strong and powerful ....and this is a good one!

Traditionally, the toki is worn to provide strength and courage to assist through life's challenges.

We provide ANCHORED on an adjustable black 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: Courage ~ Inner Strength ~ Resilience

Artist: Kerry Thompson

Material: New Zealand Tangiwai Pounamu

Finish: Matte and Polished

Cord Colour: Black

Cord Length: Adjustable

Size: 68mm (2.7") long, 19mm (0.7") wide