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Hand-carved NZ Pounamu
Hassle-free returnsUrurangi and Tawhiri by Foua Aliki Tuielu
When Ranginui and Papatūānuku split, Tāwhirimātea couldn’t bear the sight, he tore out his eyes and threw them to be with his father Ranginui. Ngā mata o te ariki, Matariki. From those eyes sprang to life Ururangi, the whetū associated with the winds and climate.
This piece is part of our Matariki 2025 collection.
The artist behind this creationFoua’s path to becoming a carver is a story of unexpected beginnings and cultural exploration. After high school, Foua was at a crossroads about his future and decided to explore his cultural roots and build strong foundations through a journey into carving. It was here he found his passion.
