Maori Wakahuia Box Featuring Pakati Carving Shop Now Authentic Treasures

Wakahuia: The Soul Box. Maori Art, Hand-Carved Treasure.

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This Maori Wakahuia Treasure Box has extensive pakati carving on the top.

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 feathers as well as other taonga ( treasures). The boxes and their contents were often given names, and were handed down through families. They were usually hung from rafters, for safe keeping.

This Wakahuia is beautifully carved with a Pakati pattern, and inlaid with New Zealand Paua ( abalone) shell. The Pakati pattern is a series of dog-tooth, triangular notches, also known as niho taniwha (taniwha teeth).

The timber used is Tulip wood, a sustainably harvested hard wood that is super strong but also lightweight.

Use to store your treasures, or give as a very special gift to someone you wish to honour.

The inside of the box is also hand-carved. Measurements are approximately 38cm x 14cm x 9cm (15' x 5 1/2' x 3 1/2').

Proudly made in New Zealand, and shipped worldwide.