Pounamu - Kaka Poria

Pounamu - Kaka Poria | Karaitiana Akroyd

Karaitiana Akroyd brings a sculptural, almost ancient feel to the wrist with this Pounamu Kaka Poria.

Originally designed as a leg ring for pet birds, this form has been reimagined as a striking pendant that celebrates the raw, matte texture of the stone.

The carving features organic, notched detailing around the perimeter, giving the piece a rhythmic, tactile quality that feels like it was shaped by time as much as by the artist’s hand.

Suspended from a hand-braided cord, this work is a punchy, grounded tribute to traditional Māori avian history.

It’s a sophisticated choice for those who appreciate pounamu in its most honest, artisanal state.

Dimensions:

Width - 35mm x Height - 65mm 

Cord length - 350mm