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Hand-carved NZ Pounamu
Hassle-free returnsThis New Zealand pounamu niho has been carved by esteeemed artist Akapita Scally. The wheku design represents ancestral guardianship, providing a protective presence to the wearer. Each curve and line is meticulously handcrafted, creating a piece that speaks of heritage and strength. Wear this niho as a symbol of your connection to the past and your journey forward.
The artist behind this creationFuelled by the love of seeing his ideas come to life in pounamu, Akapita Scally carefully considers design flow and significance when creating his signature pieces known for their meticulous finish and radiating beauty.
As a part of Rotorua’s carving industry for the past decade, Aka has had the privilege of working alongside some of the town’s finest pounamu artists. His designs are notable for their perfect lines and exemplary finishing, and he is particularly skilled at reflecting traditional forms whilst pushing contemporary boundaries.
Akapita is from Ngāti Rangiwewehi, Ngāti Whakaue and Ngāti Rangitihi.
