Worn as a symbol of strength, the Toki carries with it deep meaning and symbolism associated with mana, reverence, strength and bravery. A Toki Poutangata is an adze worked from pounamu and lashed to an elaborately carved wooden handle, and adorned with the feathers of …

Aug 17, 2024 · Toki translates to ‘adze’ in English and if you look closely at the form of a toki you will see that one end is left thick (sometimes with some notches in it), and the other slopes away into the sharp edge of a blade.

The Toki (Adze) is a symbol of strength, determination, and courage in times of adversity. The shape represents a tool often used by Maori for carving, shaping, and weaponry and was originally used for practical purposes.

Carved Toki range from very plain tools through to magnificent works of art. they were skillfully shaped from all kinds of Pounamu, but the most prized was the hard Pounamu that could keep a sharp cutting edge comparable with metal.

The toki (adze) was a chisel tool used by the Māori people of Aotearoa (New Zealand) to carve their great canoes and carved detailing on their meeting houses. We have a wide selection of toki all hand carved in natural materials - New Zealand Jade, Mammoth Ivory and Bone.

A toki poutangata is a ceremonial adze worked from pounamu or greenstone that is usually lashed to a finely carved handle. Almost invariably carried by a person of mana, someone of high rank and with great leadership qualities, they were often adorned with the feathers of …

Feb 25, 2025 · Hei Toki (Adze) is a revered emblem of Māori culture, representing strength, determination, and courage. My own journey with the toki began in my father’s workshop, where I spent countless hours watching him carve and shape pounamu (greenstone) into …

The Toki Adze is a ceremonial chisel used by the Māori for occasions such as the felling of a tree in order to carve a canoe, or to produce carved symbols to adorn buildings and structures that are important to the tribe. As a symbol, the Toki represents strength and authority.

Introducing our exquisite Pounamu Adze Toki - a traditional Maori tool made from New Zealand's prized greenstone, Pounamu. Crafted by skilled artisans, this adze toki is the perfect blend of functionality and artistry.

Toki/Adze – The Toki had much meaning for the Māori, fashioned from stone or greenstone it was an essential tool for survival and day to day life for the Māori. That is the reason Māori attribute the spiritual meaning of strength and power to the Toki.