Maorie Symbole

Maori strength pendant this is a handmade frosted glass pendant with the maori symbol for strength in a raised design on the front.

Maorie symbole. To visually represent parts of the culture belief system and history of maori. It represents the never ending circle of life begetting life. The koru which represents the silver fern native to new zealand is a recurring motif in wood carving and larger artworks. The legendary tiki is believed to be the first man on earth who came from the stars who created the first woman after his image.

In a circle there is no end or no ending point just like life. The precise meaning of tiki is unclear. The maori tiki symbol is derived from the more broad polynesian tiki. Maori symbols are shared across many new zealand art forms tattoo art and pounamu carving especially and have symbolism or meaning that stems from their original use hundreds of years ago.

Māori symbols feature spirals curves natural images and supernatural deities. One of a kind. Each symbols conveys meaning and often relates to the relationship of man to nature or to ancestry. The symbols represent the future and past.

One of the popular maori carving symbols is the closed circle with a hole in between. The frequently occurring hands placed on the loins are said to illustrate this meaning. The maori tiki symbolizes fertility and childbirth.