{"product_id":"aotea-tiki-large","title":"Aotea Tiki (Large)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA remarkable statement piece, this large hei tiki is hand carved from rare Aotea stone by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShannon Mahuika\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Featuring intricate detailing, expressive traditional Māori carving and striking pāua shell eye inlays, this exceptional taonga showcases the natural beauty and distinctive character of one of Aotearoa’s rarest stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFound exclusively in South Westland, Aotea is prized for its beautiful combination of green, blue and cream tones, with natural patterns that make every piece unique. The intricate openwork, flowing curves and sculptural form reflect the skill and craftsmanship behind this impressive carving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestland Greenstone is the only retail store in New Zealand authorised to sell Aotea stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, reflecting the special relationship of Kāti Māhaki ki Makaawhio as kaitiaki of this rare taonga and their commitment to protecting its cultural significance and provenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Aotea stone from South Westland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved by Shannon Mahuika\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge, intricately detailed hei tiki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIridescent pāua shell eye inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive natural green, blue and cream colouring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed openwork and sculptural carving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExclusively available through Westland Greenstone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Westland Greenstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67639997333662,"sku":"022013","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/1130\/9982\/files\/MottledGreenJadeTikiPendant.png?v=1792535429","url":"https:\/\/www.westlandgreenstone.co.nz\/products\/aotea-tiki-large","provider":"Westland Greenstone","version":"1.0","type":"link"}