THE HEI TIKI 21ST & CELEBRATION KEY
$295.00
Description
| 21 is the age that a person in New Zealand is classed as an adult, and the giving of the 21st key is a strong New Zealand tradition to symbolize |
| opening the door of maturity and becoming an adult. Alternatively, the giving of a key is a symbol of the limitless doors they can open in their life. |
| In Maori legend, Tiki is the chief son of Rangi and Papa (the Sky Father and the Earth Mother). The belief is that tiki serve as dwelling places |
| for ancestral spirits, while others are vessels for gods and supernatural beings. The tilted head of Tiki symbolises clear thinking, the hands (strength) |
| mouth (communication), the heart (love), and the loins (fertility). The receiver is assumed to be of strong character, clear thinking, perceptive loyal, |
| and knowledgeable, making the Hei-Tiki a very treasured taonga (gift).. |
| This artwork with its intricate design is an impressive contemporary representation of Hei-Tiki. The key is crafted from recycled Native New Zealand |
| Rimu veneerboard, medium density fibreboard (mdf), Gaboon veneer plywood and embellished with NZ Paua & Mother of Pearl laminate. |
| MADE IN NEW ZEALAND |
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