Carved Maori Wakahuia

Carved in New Zealand and featuring a Tiki carved on the lid as well as Paua inlays

• Approx Outside Dimensions - 210mm Long x 95mm Wide x 85mm Tall
• Approx Inside Compartment Dimensions - 165mm Long x 70mm Wide x 60mm Deep

We have two slightly different designs, both have the Tiki but the carvings on the end and edge of the box are a little different so you are welcome to choose which one you want.

The Waka is commonly known as the name for the giant carved war canoes which carry up to 100 warriors.
Waka actually means a sacred vessel such as a canoe or anything designed to carry and protect sacred objects.

Small Waka chests were carved to store sacred objects such as carvings handed down over many generations, remains of ancestors for their journey to the spirit world, fine spear tips and sacred ceremonial feathers from the rare Huia bird.

The Wakahuia then is a sacred carved box which was used for storing valuables "Taonga" such as the feathers of the Huia bird worn on special ceremonial occasions.

Yes we do combine shipping so there is no extra charge for several items shipped together. Just choose the shipping required on the first item, choose pick up on the others then email us to confirm