{"product_id":"hei-tiki-4","title":"Hei Tiki #4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHei Tiki #4 | Arapo Whata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eIn Hei Tiki #4, Arapo Whata continues his exploration of traditional Māori form with a powerful carving that emphasises ancestral connection and spiritual protection. This tiki is masterfully crafted from a lighter, olive-toned pounamu, featuring a soft, matte finish that highlights the stone's natural, cloud-like variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe figure is defined by its strong, rounded features and intricate facial detailing. In a beautiful departure from other pieces in the series, the eyes are inlaid with iridescent pāua shell, which catches the light with flashes of blue, green, and silver—a detail often used to represent a \"living\" gaze and spiritual insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe fluid, sculptural limbs and characteristic tilted head showcase Arapo's technical skill and his deep commitment to preserving the wairua of his heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eSuspended from a traditional black braided cord, this taonga is a significant statement of cultural pride and a timeless guardian for the wearer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidth - 85mm x Height - 50mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCord length - 300mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arapo Whata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43176822407204,"sku":"147082","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/3178\/2970\/files\/AW_147082-1.jpg?v=1768864334","url":"https:\/\/www.thepoiroom.co.nz\/products\/hei-tiki-4","provider":"The Poi Room Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}