Pounamu Contemporary Breast Plate 8cm burl 33cm x 22cm including frame

33cm x 22cm including frame

Pounamu Kotiate

the power of the wave is hidden beneath the ocean as a sea swell until it hits the shore in its final expression as the wave itself

beaters and mallets

Wahaika are short club-like weapons usually made of wood

Pounamu Contemporary Breast Plate 8cm burl 33cm x 22cm including frameNZ Pounamu On a waxed nylon cord. Adjustable length. 80mm x 42mm x 7mm (tapered) About the Breast Plate: The Breastplate carving signifies strength, serving as a shield and offering protection. About Pounamu: No two pieces of pounamu are the same, and every stone is treated with the utmost respect by those who source and carve it. Renowned for its beauty and strength, the rare stone is highly valued by both Maori and greater New Zealand. While