Bone Manaia and Taniwha Carvings

The Manaia is an ancient mythical being with a birds head and a human form. It is said to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits. The Manaia is a holder of great spiritual energy and is a guardian against evil. It can be seen blended into many Maori designs with subtle differences between tribes. This section also includes many other beings from Maori mythology.

Taniwha are often refered to as sea monsters but in reality are protectors of the rivers and lakes but they will however exact punishment on those who do not respect the waters. The Marakihau is a deep sea Taniwha that will use its hollow tongue to suck up boats or even people in coastal villages who it feels have done wrong to the ocean.

Many of these bone carvings also incorporate an inlay of beautiful rainbow coloured Paua shell.

All carvings are supplied complete with a traditional style cord & bag.
Most cords are hand made from black waxed braid with a loop and bone toggle fitted. A woven flax presentation case and information on the meaning of the design is also included.
Cords & Packing Detail
Fast airmail shipping worldwide is now just US$6.95 for up to 5 pendants.

Large Stained Manaia 2.56

65mm long (2.65 inches)

US$65

 

 

Manaia 2.21		Manaia 2.22		Manaia 2.23		Manaia 2.24
55mm long (2.2 inches)		60mm long (2.3 inches)		60mm long (2.3 inches)		65mm long (2.5 inches)
US$65		US$65		US$60		US$65
Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock

 

 

 

Featured Artists Selection - Deer Antler Manaia & Pekapeka

Large Manaia S122 Large Koropepe S120 Large Manaia S110 70mm Long (2.75 inches)   65mm Long (2.6 inches)   70mm Long (2.75 inches) One Only Available   One Only Available   One Only Available US$165   US$145   US$165     > All carved by featured artist Sio Many supplied with a removable antler crown display stand

Check out our Featured Artist Galleries for more amazing bone and antler Manaia

 

 

Marakihau 2.25		Manaia 2.26		Manaia 2.31		Marakihau 2.33
50mm long (2 inches)		60mm long (2.3 inches)		60mm long (2.3 inches)		60mm long (2.3 inches)
US$60		US$65		US$65		US$60
		Out Of Stock				Out Of Stock

Marakihau 2.35		Manaia 2.48		Manaia 2.42		Manaia 2.39
60mm long (2.3 inches)		60mm long (2 3/8 inches)		60mm long (2.3 inches)		60mm long (2.3 inches)
US$60		US$60		US$60		US$65

 

 

Manaia 2.40		Manaia 2.40B		Manaia 2.93		Manaia 2.38
50mm long (2 inches)		50mm long (2 inches)		55mm Long (2.2 Inches)		60mm long (2.3 inches)
US$55		US$60		US$55		US$60

 

Manaia 2.18

65mm Wide (2.6 inches)

US$65

Manaia 2.52		Manaia 2.11b		Manaia 2.11a		Manaia 2.54
70mm long (2 3/8 inches)		65mm Long (2.6 inches)		65mm Long (2.6 inches)		60mm long (21/4 inches)
US$65		US$65		US$65		US$65

Manaia 2.12		Manaia 2.15		Manaia 2.14		Large Manaia 2.11c
70mm Long (2.75 inches)		75mm Long (3 inches)		75mm Long (3 inches)		80mm Long (3.2 inches)
US$70		US$70		US$70		US$70

Manaia 2.55

75mm Long (3 inches)

US$70

Very Limited Stock Available
Large Taniwha B112		Taniwha B112s		Large Taniwha B226		Taniwha B226s
140mm Long (5.5 inches)		100mm Long (4 inches)		140mm Long (5.5 inches)		105mm Long (4.1 inches)
US$165		US$80		US$165		US$80

Large Manaia B203

120mm Long (4.75 inches)

US$135

Stock Clearance Specials

Manaia 2.47 Manaia 2.41 Manaia 2.80 Manaia 2.82 60mm long (2 3/8 inches)   50mm long (2 inches)   45mm long (1 3/4 inches)   60mm long (2 3/8 inches) US$55 US$55 US$40 US$40       Now Only US$40   Now Only US$40   Now Only US$20   Now Only US$20                                   Koropepe 2.44 Pekapeka 2.81 Koropepe 2.84   Manaia 2.83 40mm long (1 3/8 inches)   50mm Wide (2 inches)   35mm long (1 3/8 inches)   60mm long (2 3/8 inches) US$45 US$40 US$40 US$40 Sold Out   Sold Out     Now Only US$25   Now Only US$25   Now Only US$20   Now Only US$20

Featured Artists & Unique or Limited Edition Custom Carvings:

These are very special carvings are often spectacular unique or limited edition pieces in bone, pearl, wood or jade from guest artists and are not part of our normal range.

These often reclusive artists take their inspiration not only from Maori mythology but also from the many other cultures that now share our beautiful land. They also illustrate the deep respect these artists have for the natural and spiritual worlds.

As soon as each carving is sold it will be removed from our site permanently so check for updates often and be quick when you find one that you like, it may be your only chance!!