Resin Kowhaiwhai Pendant and Earring Set wahaika This Pendant

This Pendant

the profile Wheku is feature prominently in front of an empty photo frame

To some they represent birth

It is also depicted with the head of a bird

These pieces feature the same intricate detail and Paua inlay as our larger framed works

Resin Kowhaiwhai Pendant and Earring Set wahaika This PendantThis beautiful Kowhaiwhai Pendant & Earring Set is set in resin with a sterling silver chain and clasp. Kowhaiwhai patterns are predominant in Wharenui or Maori Meeting houses, across the rafters and in tukutuku patterns and have a typical scrolling feeling to the design. This kowhaiwhai pattern is Ptikitiki meaning flounder and can be seen as the inspiration for this design. The design represents the sea, seafood or the supply of and fertility.