One of the most popular Maori arts is bone carving. This type of Polynesian artistry goes back hundreds, even thousands of years ago. Even nowadays this craft is still alive. Moreover, it is flourishing because of the grown interest in indigenous cultures such as that of the Maori.
A special kind of bone carvings are the necklaces. These have been popular among boaters, surfers, and other water sports fans for decades. Also the many tourists visiting New Zealand are fond of these little works of art.
Many of the designs used in these carvings are authentically historic but a selection of the renowned Maori and New Zealand carvers make use of contemporary patterns or combinations in their works. Whatever your personal taste demands, here's some more info on bone Maori fish hook necklaces.
Hawaiian Tiki Masks
Hawaiian art is closely related to Maori art. Both are Polynesian cultural expressions.
Hawaiian tiki masks are hand carved wooden masks resembling Hawaiian gods. In earlier days tiki sculptures were created to ward off evil spirits and to induce fertility. Some state they were historically worn by Hawaiian warriors but this is not entirely clear. These masks are now popular as home decor items.
Tiki masks, as well as other expressions of deities such as tiki totems and statues are arguably the most typical expressions of Hawaiian culture. Check out my latest Squidoo lens on these wooden masks.
Hawaiian tiki masks are hand carved wooden masks resembling Hawaiian gods. In earlier days tiki sculptures were created to ward off evil spirits and to induce fertility. Some state they were historically worn by Hawaiian warriors but this is not entirely clear. These masks are now popular as home decor items.
Tiki masks, as well as other expressions of deities such as tiki totems and statues are arguably the most typical expressions of Hawaiian culture. Check out my latest Squidoo lens on these wooden masks.
