Hei Toki Parāoa - Whalebone Adze Pendant marble With a single eye facing

With a single eye facing outward

This hei matau was carved by Peter Mitchell from beef bone

It measures 75mm by 57mm

It measures 60mm by 25mm

This pikorua was carved by Rob Singer from kawakawa pounamu sourced from Te Wai Pounamu

Hei Toki Parāoa - Whalebone Adze Pendant marble With a single eye facingWith expertise and power the carver wields the adze. Relied on for survival in ancient times, traditional tools are imbued with significance and meaning. The toki epitomises the artistry and skill of the craftsman, protector and provider. Of great mana (prestige), to wield the toki is to wield strength. This hei toki was carved by Steven Fehoko Jr from sperm whale jaw bone. It measures 105mm by 27mm and is bound with an adjustable hand braided cord.