Skip to Content
Bonecraft by A Doughty
Bonecraft by A Doughty
SHOP
GALLERY
CONTACT
ABOUT
The Artist
The Products
Commission Request
VIDEOS
BLOG
0
0
0
0
Bonecraft by A Doughty
Bonecraft by A Doughty
SHOP
GALLERY
CONTACT
ABOUT
The Artist
The Products
Commission Request
VIDEOS
BLOG
SHOP
GALLERY
CONTACT
Folder: ABOUT
Back
The Artist
The Products
Commission Request
VIDEOS
BLOG
SHOP Ki te Pupuri - to hold
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_1.jpg Image 1 of 6
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_1.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_2.jpg Image 2 of 6
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_2.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_3.jpg Image 3 of 6
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_3.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_4.jpg Image 4 of 6
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_4.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_5.jpg Image 5 of 6
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_5.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_6.jpg Image 6 of 6
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_6.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_1.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_2.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_3.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_4.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_5.jpg
Tusk---ki-te-pupuri---to-hold_6.jpg

Ki te Pupuri - to hold

Sale Price:$890.00 Original Price:$1,150.00
sale

Dear friend, Kia Ora

This special Taonga has been named Ki te Pupuri meaning to hold. It contains a manaia figure at the tip of this boar tusk and has eyes of pāua. This taonga is capped with turquoise and a layer of copper.

The tusk symbolises protection and great strength. The manaia represents the spiritual aspect of our being and is holding on to the cord in its mouth. The cord ascends above the carving and forms an infinite circle. This can be viewed as one aspect of the Creators nature. That is, infinite and eternal love.

Upon the mouth is a koru. This symbolises new life, fresh beginnings, and unfolding potentials. At another level, being on the mouth symbolises the power of life-giving and uplifting speech. The large mouth represents the passing down of knowledge and wisdom from the elders who have come before us. The oral stories, as well as the written word. The stories of the past help shape the future.

The markings around the eyes represent the coming together of two ancestral lineages. From these lines of the past comes the present. From the present springs forth the future.

People value turquoise highly for its combination of ancient heritage and unforgettable colour. The layer of copper is symbolic of the sense of connection we have with those who come before us.

The simplicity of the body contrasts the detailed head. As such, this represents the ability to look and various issues with a sense of simplicity and alternatively, look at the same issues with nuance and depth.

Add To Cart

Dear friend, Kia Ora

This special Taonga has been named Ki te Pupuri meaning to hold. It contains a manaia figure at the tip of this boar tusk and has eyes of pāua. This taonga is capped with turquoise and a layer of copper.

The tusk symbolises protection and great strength. The manaia represents the spiritual aspect of our being and is holding on to the cord in its mouth. The cord ascends above the carving and forms an infinite circle. This can be viewed as one aspect of the Creators nature. That is, infinite and eternal love.

Upon the mouth is a koru. This symbolises new life, fresh beginnings, and unfolding potentials. At another level, being on the mouth symbolises the power of life-giving and uplifting speech. The large mouth represents the passing down of knowledge and wisdom from the elders who have come before us. The oral stories, as well as the written word. The stories of the past help shape the future.

The markings around the eyes represent the coming together of two ancestral lineages. From these lines of the past comes the present. From the present springs forth the future.

People value turquoise highly for its combination of ancient heritage and unforgettable colour. The layer of copper is symbolic of the sense of connection we have with those who come before us.

The simplicity of the body contrasts the detailed head. As such, this represents the ability to look and various issues with a sense of simplicity and alternatively, look at the same issues with nuance and depth.

Dear friend, Kia Ora

This special Taonga has been named Ki te Pupuri meaning to hold. It contains a manaia figure at the tip of this boar tusk and has eyes of pāua. This taonga is capped with turquoise and a layer of copper.

The tusk symbolises protection and great strength. The manaia represents the spiritual aspect of our being and is holding on to the cord in its mouth. The cord ascends above the carving and forms an infinite circle. This can be viewed as one aspect of the Creators nature. That is, infinite and eternal love.

Upon the mouth is a koru. This symbolises new life, fresh beginnings, and unfolding potentials. At another level, being on the mouth symbolises the power of life-giving and uplifting speech. The large mouth represents the passing down of knowledge and wisdom from the elders who have come before us. The oral stories, as well as the written word. The stories of the past help shape the future.

The markings around the eyes represent the coming together of two ancestral lineages. From these lines of the past comes the present. From the present springs forth the future.

People value turquoise highly for its combination of ancient heritage and unforgettable colour. The layer of copper is symbolic of the sense of connection we have with those who come before us.

The simplicity of the body contrasts the detailed head. As such, this represents the ability to look and various issues with a sense of simplicity and alternatively, look at the same issues with nuance and depth.

This carving comes with a certificate of authenticity. I hope you like the carving enjoy the meaning expressed within this creation.

I wish you and your whānau the deepest blessings.

Arohanui

Andrew Doughty

Database Reference: 100-691

You Might Also Like

Gift Card
Gift Card
from $50.00
Ngakau pono - True heart Tusk---Ngakau-pono---True-heart_2.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-pono---True-heart_3.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-pono---True-heart_4.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-pono---True-heart_5.jpg
Ngakau pono - True heart
Sale Price:$840.00 Original Price:$1,030.00
sale
Manawanui---Steadfast_1.jpg Manawanui---Steadfast_1.jpg Manawanui---Steadfast_1.jpg Manawanui---Steadfast_1.jpg Manawanui---Steadfast_1.jpg Manawanui---Steadfast_1.jpg
Manaia Hook - Manawanui - Steadfast
$365.00
Sold Out
te Turanga - the foundation te-Turanga---the-foundation_2.jpg te-Turanga---the-foundation_3.jpg te-Turanga---the-foundation_4.jpg te-Turanga---the-foundation_5.jpg te-Turanga---the-foundation_6.jpg
te Turanga - the foundation
Sale Price:$980.00 Original Price:$1,250.00
sale
Ngakau Ngawari - Gentle Hearted Tusk---Ngakau-Ngawari---gentle-hearted_2.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-Ngawari---gentle-hearted_3.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-Ngawari---gentle-hearted_4.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-Ngawari---gentle-hearted_5.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-Ngawari---gentle-hearted_6.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-Ngawari---gentle-hearted_7.jpg Tusk---Ngakau-Ngawari---gentle-hearted_8.jpg
Ngakau Ngawari - Gentle Hearted
Sale Price:$855.00 Original Price:$1,090.00
sale

Thank you!

SUBSCRIBE

Sign up to receive news and discounts on taonga.