Large Standing Manaia artwork (310mm high) crafted from plantation grown gaboon using laser technology and hand-assembled. This single-sided piece of art boasts super fine detail, paua inlay and comes complete with stylish black base, related story and protective box
The Manaia is an ancient mythical being with a birds head and a human form. It is said to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits illustrating the strong links the Maori have with spirituality and the spirit world. It is a holder of great spiritual energy and is a guardian against evil.