Niho Taniwha Onewa - Basalt Teeth of the Taniwha Pendant Parāoa otherwise known as a full

otherwise known as a full lashing

This roimata was carved by Jeremy Walsh from raukaraka pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu

In this workshop we will cover the cultural history of the form

They connect to the spirit of the shark and its ferocity and acknowledge it as an abundant food source

It measures 86mm by 57mm

Niho Taniwha Onewa - Basalt Teeth of the Taniwha Pendant Parāoa otherwise known as a fullNiho taniwha, literally translated as teeth of the taniwha, is an iconic design of Te Arawa and Waikato iwi. Most commonly found on tniko woven tukutuku panels of marae, they are a triangular design comprised of many smaller triangle teeth. This pattern represents the stories and histories that whakapapa is beholden to, connecting lineage to mythology. This niho taniwha was carved by Jeremy Walsh from onewa sourced from Aotearoa New Zealand. It