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MADINZ Waterfront Studio 1.02, 28 Waterloo Quay, P O Box 2282, Wellington, New Zealand

Ph +64 4 473 2200, Fax +64 4 473 8818, Email [email protected], Web www.madinz.co.nz

POUNAMU SCULPTURES ON GRANITE BASE

Stylish sculptures featuring two of New Zealandsbest know icons would sit well on a shelf anywherearound the world.

Superbly presented in a unique presentation boxmakes this a prestigious gift. The sculptures sit downin the satin insert making it very secure and safe totake overseas.

C5229KO Sculpture 19.5 x 4.5cm $620.00C5229H Sculpture 21 x 4.5cm $620.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

Design: KO Koru. H Fish Hook

If you would like these items branded we canorganize it for you. Email [email protected] we can advise you of the different options oralternately go to the Services page from our Home

page.

C2054 C2054B

C2056B C2055

NEW ZEALAND POUNAMU ART

Beautiful New Zealand Pounamu [New Zealand Jade]

skillfully painted making these striking pieces of artto display and enjoy.

These pieces can be purchased freestanding or on awood base and of course immaculately presented in aunique MADINZ Presentation Box.

PAINTED MAORI ANCESTRAL FACE

C2054 Freestanding H16 x W13cm $459.00in MADINZ Presentation BoxC2054B On Base H20 x W19cm $499.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

The wood base s can take a large plaque.

PAINTED TIKI

C2051 Fr/St - Green H19 x W10cm $399.00C2056 Fr/St Green H13 x W10cm $359.00in MADINZ Presentation BoxC2051B Green - On Base H21 x W19cm $449.00C2056B Green - On Base H17 x W19cm $409.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

PAINTED TIKI

C2055 Fr/St Bone look H14 x W9cm $329.00in MADINZ Presentation BoxC2055B Bone look-On Base H18 x W19cm $379.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

Email [email protected] photos of otherpieces available which include Kiwi, Tuatara, Fantailsetc. Some pieces are shown on our Pounamu page.

The size, shape and price of the Pounamu will varyfrom piece to piece. The prices are for the pieces

shown on this page and may vary slightly in ourdifferent stock pieces.

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POUNAMU MERESCourage and determination

Pounamu Mere became symbols of power and influencethat were exchanged between the tribes. A Mere mightbe presented to another tribe in return for land or Waka,as a peace offering or a seal of marriage. Mere havenames and from each exchange they gain their historyand mana.

Sizes and prices are approximate as the size and

thickness of each Mere depends on the stone that it iscarved from.

C0265 Mere 29cm Price range $ 720.00 to $ 820.00C0267 Mere 32cm Price range $ 850 00 to $ 950.00C0268 Mere34cm Price range $1,105.00 to $1,115.00

On carved wooden stand and in MADINZ Presentation Box

An information card explaining the historical significanceof the gift is included with each Mere.

Box design and size vary depending on the size of theMere.

Matt Pounamu Mere

POUNAMU MERE ON PLAIN WOODEN BASE

Mere are highly prized as Maori artefacts, and oftennamed after an ancestor or handed down as an heirloom.

Maori gave names and meanings to the shades of greenin the stone:Inanga(Whitebait), very pale green.Totoweka, very rare - streaked or spotted with red.

Kohuwai, called after the greenish moss growth in aslow running stream.Kawa-kawa, similar to the leaves of the nativeKawakawa tree. Often has dark spots to add to itsbeauty.Kako-Tea, dark green with black veins or spots.Kahurangi (Garment of Heaven), bright green with lightstreaks resembling rolling clouds.

C0264 Mere 29cm Price range $680.00 to $780.00on plain stand in MADINZ Presentation Box

Polished Pounamu Mere

POUNAMU MERE IN RIMU BOX

Taonga (Treasure)

The Mere is one of three types of patu (short club), aMaori weapon. It is a symbol of courage and

determination. The traditional use of this involveselaborate and skilled moves. Ornamental Mere is seenused ceremonially in haka and marae welcomes,retaining their traditional stance of offering a challenge.It is highly prized as a Maori artefact and is often namedafter an ancestor or handed down as an heirloom.

C0253 Mere 14cm $189.00C0257 Mere 18cm $269.00in Plain Rimu Box

C0263 Mere 18cm $329.00C0260 Mere 21cm $399.00

in Rimu Box with Engraved Maori Design

Optional MADINZ Presentation Boxes available.

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C0263 & C0260

ALL PRICES ARE IN NZ$AND EXCLUDE GSTAND FREIGHTFOR BRANDING SEE INFORMATION PAGE

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KORERE

Korere is believed to be feeding funnel used primarily topass mulched or pureed food to men of rank whosemouths were swollen from the ta moko (tattooing)

operation when applied to the mouth area.

However, it is thought that the korere may have been usedmore generally to pass food and liquids to men of highrank, or tohunga under the restrictions of tapu. Korere isthought to originate from the Hokianga-Northland regionand generally attributed to the Nga Puhi tribes.

C0236 Korere 21 x 17cm $499.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

WAKA HOE - CANOE PADDLE

The maori carvings on the waka hoe signifies thefollowing: Hands across the seas with the Manaia (SpiritualGuardian) and Tangaroa (God of the Sea)

The body of the blade is covered in Koru (the uncurlingfern frond design) and Unaunahi (the fish scale pattern).

C0233 Paddle on Plain Stand 54 x 11.5cm $269.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

TOKO TOKO

In Maori tradition, the Tokotoko (a ceremonial carved

walking stick) is a symbol of the authority and the statusof a speaker on the Maori marae (meeting ground).

It tells of the history from which that authority comes.The carving may represent an ancestor or a legend.

Often you would see great Maori orators swinging theirTokotoko about to make a point in their speech.

These magnificent talking sticks were carved out of Kauri,Totara and Rimu woods. It was believed that the talkingsticks were charged with the energy of everyone who hadever touched them. The members of the hui (gathering)would tune into the energy of the others in the group, andby doing so, they would know instinctively who to pass the

talking stick to next. As the speaker received the talkingstick, everyone in the group would focus their energy onthe speaker, to give them clarity of thought and confidence

to share their important message.

C5211 Toko Toko on Stand 87cm long $399.00in Presentation Flax Sleeve

MAORI CONCH SHELL TRUMPET

Taonga poro are the traditional musical instruments ofthe Mori people of New Zealand.

The instruments previously fulfilled many functions withinMori society including a call to arms, dawning of the newday, communications with the gods and the planting ofcrops. They are significant in sacred ritual and also fulfill astory-telling role. Many of the sounds of the instrumentsand tunes are imitations of the sounds of nature, including

the wind, the seas and the natural world of birds andinsects. Today, these instruments are used more often bypeople at most Mori or grand ceremonies.

C0295 Maori Trumpet 44 x 10 x 17cm $549.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

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WAKA HUIA

The Waka Huia (Feather Box) was the treasure boxof a chief or a family group.

Waka Huia were originally used for holding ceremonialitems or valued treasures and the long tail feathers ofthe Huia bird. The tail feathers were used to adorn thehair of Maori chiefs - hence this is where the name isderived from.

Combs for the hair, tiki, greenstone and boneornaments, valued feathers and other small treasureswere all retained in the papahou under a very special

tapu. The box was suspended from a rafter of a chief'ssleeping hut or kept in one of those small whatu rangiupheld by a single pole of considerable length.C0197 Papahou 71 x 13 x 18cm $1,690.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

WAKA HUIA

The Waka Huia (Feather Box) was the treasure boxof a chief or a family group.

Waka Huia were originally used for holding ceremonialitems or valued treasures and the long tail feathers ofthe Huia bird. The tail feathers were used to adorn the

hair of Maori chiefs - hence this is where the name isderived from.

C0195 Haehae 39 x 14 x 9cm $ 385.00C0196 Pakati 39 x 14 x 9cm $ 475.00C0195B Haehae 41 x 14.5 x 13cm $ 445.00C0196B Pakati 41 x 14.5 x 13cm $ 535.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

With all the Maori Artefacts we include an informationcard explaining the historical significance of the gift.

Re Branding

If you would like these items branded we can organizethat for you. Email [email protected] wecan advise you of the different options or alternately go

to the Services page from our Home page.

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WAKA HUIA

These were well carved and much treasured,

being handed down from one generation to another.A halo of tapu (sacred power) surrounded thembecause of the treasures they may have contained,particularly pendants and combs and feathers onceworn on the heads of ancestors.

C0194 Tiki 20 x 8.5 x 9cm $ 179.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

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WAKA

Traditional Maori Canoe

Wakas were the traditional ocean going canoes thatbore the first Maori to New Zealand. The Waka hasstrong links with personal and tribal identity namingones ancestral Waka is an important part of identifyinggenealogy for Maori descendants.

C0235 Waka 55cm $249.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

ALL PRICES ARE IN NZ$AND EXCLUDE GSTAND FREIGHT

WAKA


The Waka is the symbol of journey to a new land.Waka sailed the vast expanses of the South Pacific,voyaging for weeks at a time and navigating by the

stars.

C0234 Waka 31cm $139.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

WAKA


See top box on this page for the script that is includedin the box with the Waka.

C0238 Waka 22cm $ 89.00C0239 Waka 35cm $136.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

Re Branding

If you would like these items branded we can organizethis for you. Email [email protected] we can

advise you of the different options or alternately go tothe Services page from our Home page.

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WAKA TAUA ON STANDTraditional Maori Canoe

Wakas were the traditional ocean going canoes thatbore the first Maori to New Zealand. The Waka hasstrong links with personal and tribal identity namingones ancestral Waka is an important part of identifyinggenealogy for Maori descendants. The Wakas/canoescould be up to 100 feet long. They were crafted from acombination of 40,000 year old Genesis Kauri, Tawaand NZ Rimu. The stern has a carved human figure atits base and also the stern, prow and side panels wereornately carved including Kauri filigree and Paua inlay

reflecting the style of the particular tribe. Only men ofrank worked upon these canoes which were traditionallypaddled by up to 100 warriors.

C0237 Waka Taua 56cm $359.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

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TEWHA TEWHA

The Tewha Tewha was a very important Maori Ceremonial

Artefact, representing a chieftains status or a highlysignificant occasion.

At important ceremonies, the Maori Chief would alwayshold a Tewha Tewha to mark the importance of theoccasion and his standing in the tribe. In historicalpaintings showing Maori Chiefdom, you will always seethem holding a ceremonial Tewha Tewha.

C0203 Tewha Tewha 43 x 15cm $359.00C0294 Tewha Tewha 54 x 16cm $399.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

The gift is lifted to a higher level when it is so beautifullypresented in a exclusive MADINZ Presentation Box.

TOKI POU TANGATA

(Chiefs Ceremonial Adze)

Toki is Maori for adze, Tangata means a Maori personMaori Wood Carvings are very distinctive and wellrecognised internationally. These traditionally styled woodcarvings are all handcarved from indigenous timber andthe Greenstone (Pounamu) is New Zealand Pounamu.

As a historical artefact, the Adze both commemorates itspractical origins, captures a piece of history andhas become a ceremonial artefact of considerable presence

and uniqueness.

Also see script below.

C0201 Adze 43 x 21cm $649.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

Re BrandingIf you would like these items branded we can organize thatfor you. Email [email protected] we can adviseyou of the different options or alternately go to the

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TOKI POU TANGATA

(Chiefs Ceremonial Adze)Toki is Maori for adze, Tangata means a Maori person

See script above.

The Presentation Gift Boxes have been specially designed

to not only enhance the Adze but also to protect it well intransit.

With all the Maori Artefacts we include an information cardexplaining the historical significance of the gift.

C0204 Adze 43 x 21cm $599.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

We can send gifts to your clients on your behalf.Email [email protected] our very reasonably pricedservice.

All overseas orders are exclusive of our 15% GST tax

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TOKI POU TANGATA

(Chiefs Ceremonial Adze)Toki is Maori for adze, Tangata means a Maori person

Maori Wood Carvings are very distinctive and wellrecognised internationally. These traditionally styledand beautifully made wood carvings are all handcarved

from indigenous timber and New Zealand Pounamu.

As a historical artefact, the Adze both commemoratesits practical origins and captures a piece of history and

has become a ceremonial artefact of considerablepresence and uniqueness.

The Presentation Gift Boxes have been specially

designed to not only enhance the Adze but also toprotect it well in transit.


C0199 Adze 29 x 12cm $269.00C0246 Adze 50 x 20cm $699.00

in MADINZ Presentation Box

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AXE

Introduced by the early European settlers in the early1800's, the steel-headed axe was soon adopted by

the Maori. Their axe was made by lashing a pounamuhead, (which had been ground down to a cutting edge),to a carved wooden handle with flax. These axes wereused to fell trees and to hollow and shape thewaka taua war canoes.

C0241 Axe 51 x 15.5cm $679.00


C0244 Axe 28cm $289.00C0245 Axe 52cm $549.00


Re Branding

If you would like these items branded we can organizethat for you. Email [email protected] wecan advise you of the different options or alternately goto the Services page from our Home page.

CANOE BAILER

The bailer known as(tat, theru or twai) wasbeautifully carved. In canoe traditions, tribal membersnamed their bailers in remembrance of the bailers usedon the original voyaging canoes from Polynesia.

Waka (canoe) and everything associated with them arevery scared to the Maori people.

C5224 Canoe Bailer 14 x 9cm $199.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

All MADINZ Artefacts are carved in New Zealand.


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WAHAIKA

Today, weaponry are presented as gifts to honour peoplewho have demonstrated courage or achievement in aparticular field. Maori people present them at occasionssuch as graduations to symbolically acknowledge thefacing of the challenges in life.

The Wahaika translated means "The Mouth of the Fish".The first opponent dispatched in battle was often termed"the first fish". The Wahaika was reserved for Warriors ofhigh status.

C0220 Wahaika on Carved Stand 37.5cm $289.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

WAHAIKA

A replica of the famed Maori short striking club. Historicallyused in battle, the Wahaika has contemporary significanceas a symbol of courage and determination. See above formore information.

C0222 Wahaika on Plain Stand 37.5cm $199.00

C0224 Wahaika on Carved Stand 37.5cm $229.00in MADINZ Presentation Box



WAHAIKA

A replica of the famed Maori short striking club. Historicallyused in battle, the Wahaika has contemporary significanceas a symbol of courage and determination.

C0221 Wahaika 37.5cm $189.00



As with all wood items grain & colour of the wood variesfrom piece to piece.

WAHAIKA

A replica of the famed Maori short striking club. Historicallyused in battle, the Wahaika has contemporary significanceas a symbol of courage and determination.

C0223 Wahaika 37.5cm $139.00



All overseas orders are exclusive of our 15% GST tax


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TEWHA TEWHA

The Tewha Tewha was a very important MaoriCeremonial Artefact, representing a chieftains status ora highly significant occasion.

At important ceremonies, the Maori Chief would alwayshold a Tewha Tewha to mark the importance of theoccasion and his standing in the tribe. In historicalpaintings showing Maori Chiefdom, you will always seethem holding a ceremonial Tewha Tewha.

C0243 Tewha Tewha 40 x 16cm $299.00C0242 Tewha Tewha 60 x 20cm $379.00in MADINZ Presentation Box



PATU

The Patu is a Maori hand club, a symbol of courage anddetermination. Today the Patu symbolises facing andovercoming life's challenges.

C0226 Patu on Stand 33cm $159.00C0227 Patu 33cm $ 99.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

MADINZ is the only company in New Zealand that hasexquisite high quality presentation boxes. The box liftsthe gift into a different realm as well protects it in transit

overseas. Each box is specially designed to complementthe gift inside and the box is also a gift in itself.



TAIAHA

(pronounced Tie-uh-ha)

Carved with images of Maori warrior ancestors, theTaiaha acknowledges the importance of connectionto our New Zealand history and symbolises aharmonious co-existence.

C0249 Taiaha 38cm $259.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

With all the Maori Artefacts we include an information

card explaining the historical significance of the gift.

Re Branding

If you would like these items branded we can organizethat for you. Email [email protected] we canadvise you of the different options or alternately go tothe Services page from our Home page.

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TEKO TEKO

Carvings pay respect to the past and every carved piecetells a story. Traditional carvers versed in the oraltraditions of the tribe, help to keep Maori culture alive by

creating these intricate works, which can be read by thosewho know how. The shape of the heads, position of thebody, as well as the surface patterns work together torecord and remember events.

Teko Teko were (and still are) carved by Maori tocommemorate ancestors. They were usually carved inpostures of war dances or with tongue out-thrust, or

carrying clubs or spears, all in defiance of any enemy.

The Teko Teko is also the carved human-like figure on thegable of whare or figurehead of canoe. It is to be found onalmost every marae and usually portrays a long-departedparamount chief.

With all the Maori Artefacts we include an information cardexplaining the historical significagnce of the gift.

C0187 Teko Teko 42 x 18 x 15cm $336.00

C0198 Teko Teko 69 x 23 x 23cm $740.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

MANAIA HEI MATAU SCULPTURES

MANAIA Head of the Sculpture

The Manaia is an ancient mythical being with a birdhead believed to be a holder of great spiritual energyand a guardian against evil. It can be seen blendedinto many Maori designs with subtle differencesbetween tribes.

HEI MATAUIn Maori mythology, the North Island was fished up from

the sea by Maui using a magical fishhook made from thejaw of his grandfather.

The fishhook signifies strength and determination andis believed to bring peace, prosperity and good health.

C0858 Sculpture 41 x 20 x 14cm $279.00C0860 Sculpture 43 x 20 x 14cm $255.00in MADINZ Presentation Box

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MASK

Koruru are wooden masks or heads, carved in traditionalmoko designs. The designs differ depending on tribal andregional variations. Koruru can be found mounted at the

front of important buildings to depict tribal affiliation.

C0200 Mask $112.00


With all the Maori Artefacts we include an information card

explaining the historical significance of the gift.

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