Rei puta are chiefly taonga traditionally carved from the teeth of Tohorā (whale). Rei niho carved from pounamu maintain the beauty of the traditional form, symbolising the intimate connection between Maori and Tohorā.
Often considered descendants of Tangaroa, whales whakapapa to Māori and are highly regarded tūpuna (ancestors) symbolising abundance and strength. Rei puta symbolise this connection, with...
Often considered descendants of Tangaroa, whales whakapapa to Māori and are highly regarded tūpuna (ancestors) symbolising abundance and strength. Rei puta symbolise this connection, with...
Often considered descendants of Tangaroa, whales are highly regarded tūpuna (ancestors) symbolizing abundance and strength. Rei puta parāoa (sperm whale tooth pendants) are highly prized...
Often considered descendants of Tangaroa, whales are highly regarded tūpuna (ancestors) symbolizing abundance and strength. Rei puta parāoa (sperm whale tooth pendants) are highly prized...
Rei puta are chiefly taonga traditionally carved from the teeth of tohorā (whale). Rei Niho carved from pounamu maintains the beauty of the traditional form,...