Maori believe that the carved gift creates a bond between recipient and giver. There’s nothing unusual in that--but for the Maori who hand-carves a pendant, the bond carries with it the spirit ...

A carved waharoa (entranceway), widely regarded as one of the historic symbols of Rotorua and cultural tourism, is being expertly replicated at the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

The "Pounamu", a huge wing-shaped jade carving dangling on Minhinnick's neck, represents her stature in the Maori community. "This stone, blessed by the community elders, carries a privilege and ...

Also on display are Maori handicrafts, including carvings made from the shell of the Blackfoot-Abalone, or "Paua". It is found only in New Zea-land's coastal waters.

The new Maori kuwaha carving, named Tane Te Waiora, represents the strong friendship between Singapore and New Zealand, and was unveiled by New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Minister ...

A Maori artist has set up a studio at the National Museums Scotland Collection Centre to restore a Maori war canoe known as a waka. George Nuku's canoe will be one of the many exhibits in the ...