This 60mm x 43mm hand-carved bovine bone Manaia pendant represents the "Invisible Companion," providing spiritual security and guidance. It serves as a traditional Kaitiaki (guardian) to ward off malevolence and steer the wearer through life's transitions.
The Manaia is a profound entity in Maori material culture, a composite being merging the head of a bird (spiritual), the body of a man (physical), and the tail of a fish (emotional). This specimen is specifically curated as a sentinel of security, acting as a bridge between the wearer and the ancestral realm. Known for sitting upon the shoulder to offer vigilant protection, the carving is hand-polished from ethically sourced bone. As a "living object," it absorbs the wearer’s Mauri (life force), physically manifesting their Whakapapa through a maturing honey-gold patina.
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