37cm Maori Haehae Wakahuia Treasure Box NZ Crafts and Kiwiana Fabrics but only up to 10

but only up to 10 characters

simple piece of New Zealand greenstone to wear

The paper print is available in the following size:

the carved out sections turn black

37cm Maori Haehae Wakahuia Treasure Box NZ Crafts and Kiwiana Fabrics but only up to 10This Maori Haehae Pattern Wakahuia Treasure Box is a real beauty. The word Wakahuia ( pronounced wah car hoo ee ah) comes from the words waka meaning container or vessel and huia huia bird ( now extinct). Huia feathers were traditionally worn as a hair adornment by Maori of high status. These feathers were considered tapu or sacred because of contact with the head of such individuals. Wooden boxes were elaborately hand carved to hold and protect the