Manaia Wood Carving intricate Moana Rd NZ Birds Dominoes

Moana Rd NZ Birds Dominoes Set

Reference Code: BH001

Reference Code: PN045

Important Note:Please note that you may not receive the exact piece pictured but it will be in the same design

Manaia Wood Carving intricate Moana Rd NZ Birds DominoesThis freestanding Manaia wood carving is 460mm x 170mm. Featuring paua shells for each eye. Meaning: Manaia represents a supernatural figure with a birds head, human body, and fish tail, symbolizing the sky, earth, and sea. It is a guardian or messenger, the Manaias presence enhances the tapu (sacredness) of the carving, with greater numbers increasing its spiritual significance. Manaia motifs traditionally appear on vessels, weapons, and decorative