Maori Design Meanings

The carvings based on Maori design in particular have special significance. The meanings of some elements vary from region to region but all share common roots. Most carvings combine elements of mythology which interact with each other to tell a story. Each element has its own specific meaning and the way they are portrayed or combined is what gives a carving its own special character. Whakairo (maori carving) is done on skin, wood, bone, stone, and pounamu (NZ Greenstone or Jade). You will find these designs throughout Maori art.

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Have you ever wondered what the Maori designs used in Maori carved jewellery mean? This article cover some of the more common designs

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