DarrenK Posted February 24, 2021 Report Share Posted February 24, 2021 ... nearly finished... just need to set the eyes properly... Made for a friend who needs a guardian right now . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted February 25, 2021 Report Share Posted February 25, 2021 Is there symbolism that can be described about the design elements? I hope that it will help the recipient the strength that is needed. Janel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenK Posted February 26, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2021 Hi Janel, In Maori mythology, Taniwha are beings that inhabit deep pools in rivers, oceans, lakes and dark caves. Known to inhabit dangerous places. This carving represents overcoming these dark places and having the strength to talk about it. A double tounge is a sign of a good orator and koru (spirals) represent new beginnings. The back is to gather the inner strength of the soul and the front is to show it. Cheers Daz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted March 21, 2021 Report Share Posted March 21, 2021 Hi Daz, Thank you for the explanation for the symbolism in the piece. Knowing these things make it quite meaningful. I am sorry that I was so late to reply ... even in isolation, life is busy. (and I have not much sense of calendar time, though that is changing) Be well and stay happily busy, Janel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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