Ahopoka V2

Ahopoka Pēke Version 2

Kōrero - Story: Niho Taniwha Tāniko pattern - The design is a metaphor calling for universal connection

Me ahopoka tātou kia tū hei iwi kotahi - We should stand together united as one people

A calling within us & to each other to unite, to stand as one

He aha te mea nui o te Ao? He Tāngata, He Tāngata. He Tāngata

Product Description: Laser engraved Tāniko design on front flap of bag with snap button closure, top zipper on main compartment, internal pocket in lining

Material: Nappa PU Leather & Polyester lining

Dimensions: 18(L)x 12.5(H)x 8cm(W)

Ahopoka - to stand together/unite

Pēke - Bag

Kōrero - Story

Niho Taniwha - Traditional Māori pattern found in Tāniko and Tukutuku (ornamental lattice work) often depicted as a series of triangular shapes representing lineage & connection to the Gods & symbolises guardianship, strength & unity

Tāniko - Finger Weave / Pattern found on borders of cloaks

He karanga atu ia tātou kātoa - Calling to, a calling within us & to each other

He aha te mea nui o te Ao? - What is the most important thing in the world?

He Tāngata, He Tāngata. He Tāngata - It is the people, It is the people, It is the people