{"product_id":"pohutukawa-hoe","title":"Pōhutukawa Hoe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePōhutukawa Hoe | Alex Sands\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eHand-carved by artist Alex Sands, this elegant Hoe (paddle) is fashioned from Pōhutukawa, a wood deeply synonymous with the New Zealand coastline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe piece features a slender, tapered handle that flows into a beautifully proportioned blade, showcasing the rich, warm grain of the native timber. Near the grip, the Hoe is finished with a traditional muka (flax fiber) cord, adding a tactile element that honors historical Māori voyaging and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eTraditionally, the Hoe is a symbol of guidance and the power to navigate one's own life journey, making it a deeply significant piece for a new home or a special milestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis sculpture is a testament to contemporary carving, blending functional heritage with the refined aesthetic of a modern art piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidth - 100mm x Height - 1430mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alex Sands","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43156581089316,"sku":"146875","price":1985.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/3178\/2970\/files\/AS_146875_situ.jpg?v=1772761919","url":"https:\/\/www.thepoiroom.co.nz\/products\/pohutukawa-hoe","provider":"The Poi Room Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}