KAHA PUMAU

KAHA PUMAU - a finely carved drop pendant for lovers of art to wear!

Hand carved by Andrew Doughty.

A description of this piece in the artists words...

This Hei Toki is named Kaha Pumau which means abiding strength.

In general, the Hei Toki (adze) is a symbol of strength, courage, power, and
authority. Traditionally they had two uses.

They were functional tools used for cutting down trees and used by Tohunga
Whakairo (Master Carver) to create their elaborate carvings.

Secondly, they were bound to ornate wooden handles and used for ceremonial
purposes. Only strong Chiefs with a lot of mana could wield the toki poutangata
(ceremonial axe). Due to this connection with Māori chiefs, they are a symbol of
great mana. Over time they have become more and more decorative, ornamental
and elaborate. Therefore, expressing various layers of meaning.

When a great tree was felled for the purposes of making a special waka (canoe) or
a carving for a meeting house (Whare Nui), the first chips of wood taken from the
tree were given to the Tohunga (elder or priest) who took them to a special place
where a karakia of thanks was recited.

Where the cord is attached to the taonga, there is an inlay of mother of pearl set
in a brass ring. It is a symbol of being bound to the Creator.

This is a medium sized piece, intricately carved and beautiful to wear.

KAHA PUMAU is a marvellous piece that will certainly draw attention and comment.

KAHA PUMAU is lovingly packaged in a woven kete pouch and is provided with a black adjustable cord. Also included in your package, a note from the carver about your original work of Art to Wear.

Free shipping worldwide - delivered with Express Courier.

Meaning: Strength ~ Courage ~ Inner Power

Artist: Andrew Doughty

Material: New Zealand Jade, Pounamu with Mother of Pearl and Brass inlay

Cord Colour: Black

Cord Length: Adjustable

Size: 54mm (2.1") long; 24mm (0.9") wide