Other Pacific Pearl & Paua Carvings:

These pieces are a mixture traditional decorative styles along with some more contemporary designs. Many are based on Maori legend while some are modern designs inspired by ancient Maori styles with flowing lines, scrolls and soft forms. Some of these pendants and earrings are also based on Celtic or oriental designs.
Please note that due to the relatively thin nature of pearl shell in general and black pearl shell in particular, larger carvings may be quite flat on the back.

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

Dragon 10.14		Tails 10.17		Manaia 10.18		Waves 10.27
45mm Long (1 3/4 inches)		35mm Long (1 3/8 inches)		40mm Long (1 1/2 inches)		35mm Wide (1 3/8 inches)
US$60		US$50		US$50		US$45
Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock

As One 10.28		Mana 10.29		Layers 10.30		Waves 10.31
35mm Wide (1 3/8 inches)		35mm Wide (1 3/8 inches)		40mm Long (1 1/2 inches)		40mm Long (1 1/2 inches)
US$50		US$45		US$40		US$40
Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock

Mask 10.44		Freedom 10.46		Manaia 10.47
65mm Wide (2 1/2 inches)		45mm Long (1 3/4 inches)		40mm Wide (1 1/2 inches)
US$70		US$60		US$65
Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock

Black Pearl

Lovers 10.83

25mm Wide (1 inch)

US$45

Out Of Stock

Unity 10.85		As One 10.86		Whale 10.87		Scarab 10.88a
40mm Long (1 1/2 inches)		40mm Long (1 1/2 inches)		25mm Long (1 inch)		40mm Long (1 1/2 inches)
US$45		US$55		US$40		US$50
Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock		Out Of Stock

Mana 10.29B		Tails 10.17B
35mm Wide (1 3/8 inches)		35mm Long (1 3/8 inches)
US$45		US$50
		Out Of Stock

Scarab 10.88b		Layers 10.89
25mm Long (1 inch)		25mm Long (1 inch)
US$42		US$40
		Out Of Stock

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Large Polished New Zealand Paua Shells

Top quality whole Paua shells cleaned and beautifully polished.
Paua shell is used extensively in Maori art for decoration not only in bone carvings but also in the huge wooden sculptures, poles and beams found in meeting houses.
Paua are related to the Abalone but in the cold waters of the South Pacific they have developed thick shells that feature a stunning rainbow of bright iridescent blue, green, yellow and red colours.
No two shells are ever alike so there is a wide variation in colour and pattern between Paua even from the same location.
The colour is hidden underneath a thick crust of lime, seaweed, tube worms, barnacles and anemone so these shells have been cleaned, ground back and highly polished to show their true beauty.
They make great display pieces and stands for other small artworks or turned over they make exotic bowls, jewelry trays or even soap dishes and coin trays.
Note = Paua are a type of sea smail so unlike clams they consist of a single shell onlynot a hinged pair.

Large Polished Paua Shell P120a

130mm to 145mm Long (approx) (5.2 inches to 5.75 inches)

US$42

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!!