Bound Jade Toki by Ernesto Ovalle Pendant

A bound Hei Toki pendant with complex binding and hand-carved in stunning New Zealand kahurangi jade or pounamu, with the cloud formations, by Ernesto Ovalle.  Includes a traditional style kete and a description of the meaning of the carving.  

Size:  
68mm (2.67")
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This is a one of a kind piece by virtue of the amazing jade from which it was carved so it will be permanently removed from our gallery once all 3 are sold.    

The Toki is the adze blade was bound onto a wooden handle and used to carve the great canoes and details on the meeting houses.   It represents a creative or artistic person and the coming together of head, hand and heart.