{"product_id":"tiki-bone-carving","title":"Tiki Bone Carving","description":"\u003cp\u003eTiki Bone Carving with paua detail by Sitiveni\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e80 x 36 x 5mm  on adjustable black cord \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHei-Tiki\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tiki is a carved human figure. It symbolises the first born, the first man, from the creation myth in which Tane creates Tiki the first man. The Tiki is also commonly thought of as a general good luck charm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSitiveni Tupou was born in Tonga and moved to New Zealand at the age of 16. He has been honing his bone carving skills since the young age of 14. He has had and enjoyed the privilege of mastering this intricate art form from his father, who boasts over 40 years of experience in the craft. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSitiveni's artistic expression extends to various materials, including beef bone, antler, and whale bone, showcasing his versatility and adaptability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work embodies the values of decoration, respect, skill and tradition.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ORA Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46736006643911,"sku":"89502","price":95.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0259\/9128\/2754\/files\/20260707_172656.jpg?v=1783409581","url":"https:\/\/oragallery.co.nz\/products\/tiki-bone-carving","provider":"ORA Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}