This striking piece from the Ngā Tamariki ō Tangaroa Collection is carved by Rotorua artist Tamaora Walker and depicts Tangaroa, the Māori god of the sea.

Handcrafted from New Zealand pounamu, it is both a sculpture of fine artistry and a wearable necklace - a true taonga to be treasured.

In Māori tradition, Tangaroa is one of the great atua (gods), revered as the guardian of the oceans and all life within them. Tangaroa is often seen as a powerful symbol of strength, protection, and connection to the sea.