Pekapeka Parāoa - Whale Rib Bat Pendant
$940.00
The name pekapeka comes from the native bat of Aotearoa. With eyes in both the physical and spiritual realms, the pekapeka is a formidable kaitiaki (protector). Worn on special occasions, it is carved as twin outward facing manaia (guardians) connected by a single body. It is said that Māui-tikitiki-a-Taranga, the great trickster, would take on the form of the pekapeka.
This pekapeka was carved by Finau Katoa from humback whale rib bone with whakarei and inlaid with paua eyes. It measures 85mm by 45mm, has a semi-gloss finish, and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord.
***N.B: We are unable to ship Whalebone items outside of NZ***
