Cutlery Piwakawaka (Fantail) by Nathan Hull no.5 glass plate The Manaia is a traditional

The Manaia is a traditional Maori carving that represents a spiritual guardian

Individually crafted

But people who live alongside weka often have a less charitable opinion

Pounamu Rei Niho (single tooth) Earrings

A freeform pendant representing a manaia

Cutlery Piwakawaka (Fantail) by Nathan Hull no.5 glass plate The Manaia is a traditionalHandmade in New Zealand by Nathan Hull Made from assorted cutlery Stainless steel cutlery piwakawaka (fantail) skilfully welded and mounted on wood height 20. 5cm width 20cm depth 20cm About the Piwakawaka: Known for its friendly cheet cheet call and energetic flying antics, the aptly named fantail is one of the most common and widely distributed native birds on the New Zealand mainland. It is easily recognized by its long tail which opens to a fan.