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A hei matau carved in flower pounamu, standing on a polished slab of raw pounamu. The hook shifts from deep green into the olive-gold mottling that gives flower jade its name. The base is left largely as found, polished on one face, natural on the rest, showing the stone as it comes from the river.C...

A hei matau, the fish hook. The form is an old one, tied to safe passage over water and to providing for people.The stone made this piece. Deep green with a soft cloud through it, and where it thins the light comes through. Lee-Roy Mullings (Ngāti Kahungunu) carved it at his bench in Arrowtown. He...

Carved from raukaraka pounamu, this mere shows the stone's marbled greens, moving from pale olive at the blade to deep forest at the grip. The butt is finished with carved ridges, and a plaited cord passes through the drilled handle. It stands on a mount of native timber.Carved by Aaron Marshall (Ng...

Cut from deep green pounamu and finished to a signature polish, this porowhita shows the depth of colour the stone is known for, dark greens shifting under light, with pale mineral veins held at the edges where the polished face meets natural stone. The disc hangs from a sterling silver fitting and...

Carved in our Arrowtown workshop from Putiputi (Flower) pounamu, this Koru sculpture reveals rich shades of green with creamy marbled inclusions, akin to lapping waves on the shore and unique to the stone. Its smooth, flowing curves are completed by a delicate koru — a signature of our master carv...

A koru rising into a waka sail, new growth given somewhere to go. The spiral marks beginnings; the sail carries them forward. A piece to mark a milestone, a move, or a new chapter.Carved, shaped and polished by Lee-Roy Mullings at his Arrowtown bench, where he has carved pounamu for forty years. The...

The Koru is a symbol new beginnings, growth, and hope for the future. This quadruple koru design is also used to represent whakapapa (genealogy) or multiple lives, ancestors, or generations growing together in harmony.This is greenstone for the home: a small sculpture, carved and polished, mounted o...

The Pikorua is a symbol of aroha and connection between two people, one line, no beginning, no end.This is greenstone for the home: a small sculpture, carved and polished, mounted on a base of polished greenstone in its natural, organic shape. It sits on a desk, a shelf, an entranceway, a quiet, dai...

The Pikorua is a symbol of aroha and connection between two people, one line, no beginning, no end.This is greenstone for the home: a small sculpture, carved and polished, mounted on a base of polished greenstone in its natural, organic shape. It sits on a desk, a shelf, an entranceway, a quiet, dai...

The Koru is a symbol new beginnings, growth, and hope for the future.This is greenstone for the home: a small sculpture, carved and polished, mounted on a base of polished greenstone in its natural, organic shape. It sits on a desk, a shelf, an entranceway, a quiet, daily reminder of the person who...

The Koru is a symbol new beginnings, growth, and hope for the future. This closed shape koru particularly symbolises growth held safely within, a reminder that new beginnings often start from within before unfolding into the world.This is greenstone for the home: a small sculpture, carved and polish...

Carved from New Zealand rare Flower (Putiputi) greenstone, this one-off Hei Tiki pendant showcases deep greens and orange clouded tones. Masterfully hand carved by Sands Carving Studio, the Hei Tiki is one of the most recognised and cherished symbols in te ao Māori.Traditionally worn as a pendant...

Carved from Raukaraka Inanga greenstone in soft cool greens and warm sandy tones, this Hei Matua sculpture showcases the stone’s natural glow and coastal character.The carved notches reflect traditional Māori carving, historically symbolising whakapapa (genealogy) and the passing of wisdom betwee...

Carved by Alex Sands in Hamilton, New Zealand, this Mere Pounamu is made from prized Flower (Putiputi) Pounamu sourced on the West Coast of the South Island. Resting on a native-wood base, it holds a graceful presence. Warm green and sandy tones ripple through the stone, contrasting against its deep...

Carved by Alex Sands in Hamilton from kawakawa-green pounamu sourced on the West Coast of New Zealand, this Pīwakawaka (Fantail) sculpture reveals natural dark flecking beneath a high polish. The tail features finely engraved whakairo, reflecting the time, precision, and meaning held in Māori carv...

Carved by Iron Pan Studios from Raukaraka pounamu, this notched Toki sculpture glows with soft green and gold hues, with it's subtle marbling revealing the stone’s innate warmth. Each notch honours Māori carving traditions, markers of whakapapa and the passing of wisdom through generations.Restin...

Carved by Alex Sands in Hamilton, New Zealand, this made from rare Flower (Putiputi) Pounamu. It features an intricately detailed whakarei Taniwha face at the handle, inlaid with shimmering pāua shell eyes, and rests on a native wooden base.Inspired by the traditional kotiate - a symbol of strength...

Carved in our Arrowtown workshop from Kahurangi pounamu, this Hei Matau sculpture reveals rich shades of green patterned with black speckled inclusions unique to the stone. Its smooth, flowing curves are completed by a delicate koru, a signature of our master carver Lee-roy Mullings.Resting on a dri...

Carved by Alex Sands in Hamilton, New Zealand, this Mere Pounamu is made from prized Flower (Putiputi) Pounamu sourced on the West Coast of the South Island. Resting on a native-wood base, it holds a graceful presence. Warm green and sandy tones ripple through the stone, contrasting against its deep...

Carved by Alex Sands from Kawakawa pounamu, this Toki sculpture glows with rich, vibrant green and golden tones. A finely detailed manaia with a pāua shell eye sits at the top, a timeless symbol of protection and guardianship. The pāua eye represents light, vision, and the watchful presence of anc...

This large Mere sculpture is crafted from prized Kawakawa greenstone - a beautifully made taonga that showcases deep green tones and darker flecks. Its polished finish enhances the stone’s natural beauty, reflecting the essence of Aotearoa’s treasured greenstone. Resting gracefully on a base of...

This large Mere sculpture is crafted from prized Kawakawa greenstone - a beautifully made taonga that showcases deep green tones and darker flecks. Its polished finish enhances the stone’s natural beauty, reflecting the essence of Aotearoa’s treasured greenstone. Resting gracefully on a base of...

Carved by Alex Sands Carving Studio from New Zealand pounamu, this Hei Matau Koru sculpture showcases rich green & brown shades, patterned with black speckled inclusions unique to the stone. Its smooth, flowing curves are completed by a delicate koru.Resting on a natural wooden base, the fishhook sh...

This medium Mere sculpture is crafted from prized Kawakawa greenstone - a beautifully made taonga that showcases deep green tones and darker flecks. Its polished finish enhances the stone’s natural beauty, reflecting the essence of Aotearoa’s treasured greenstone. Resting gracefully on a base of...