Framed Carved Maori Manaia

$39.50 $79.00

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This stunning Framed Carved Manaia is mounted onto a beautifully bright background that really makes this stunning carving eye-catching.

It would look fantastic on any wall, really making a statement.

The Manaia is a spiritual guardian. It acts as a provider and protector over the sky, earth and sea. Generally depicted with a birdlike head, it will often incorporate human features also.

Worn for its protective powers, the Manaia is often worn by Women and Men in the Armed Forces.

Crafted from 40,000 (est) year old New Zealand Kauri, this lovely Framed carved Manaia has a Paua Shell eye which works wonderfully with the bright background.

It includes a related story on the back. The framed manaia measures approx 12cm x 16cm x 2.5cm (5' x 6 1/4' x 1').

Proudly made in New Zealand, and shipped worldwide.