Below is a beautiful handmade Pen made from beautiful Exhibition Grade Hawaiian Curly Koa Wood and has Gold and Silver Accents. This pen is for someone that appreciates a heavier pen.
Check out all of our Exclusive Curly Koa Pens. CLICK HERE
]]>Octopus also known as He'e or Tako in Hawai'i. He'e is known to be associated with Tiki God Kanaloa (God of the Ocean). He'e also has many meanings like slip away, surf or flee.
Fish Hook also called Makau in the Islands. Meaning of Makau, the Fish Hook represents strength, prosperity, abundance, and a great respect for the sea.
Please check out all of our Fish Hooks/Makau. CLICK HERE
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Below is our Black Bone and Wood with Paua Shells (Abalone) Fish Hook Necklaces. Both also handmade.
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Above is our hand carved standing Hawaiian Mahi (dolphin fish). Mahi-Mahi means "very strong" in the islands. This beautiful piece measures approximately 16 inches tall by 9-1/4 inches wide and has been carved from Monkey Pod Wood.
All of our Sea Life statues are hand carved with great care and details. All polished and oiled before sending out to customers.
Above is a 20 inch Manta Ray This beautiful piece of art features two Manta Rays, called hahalua in the islands of Hawai'i. Hahalua means "two breathes".
Take a look at our Sea Life Carvings page CLICK HERE and see all the Hawaiian Ocean Life figures and statues.
]]>Kamehameha established his personal God as Ku-Ka'ili-moku, as the principal deity of the kingdom and dedicated the temples (Kona District in late 1700's) in honor of this Tiki God.
Approximate Size: 20 inches till by 4-3/4 inches wide by 4-1/2 inches deep. The original is at Hawaii Museum, Hawai'i
NOTE: Ki'i (Tikis) varies in color and wood grain. Please note if you have a preference on which you want, look at all images
]]>This beautiful Totem represents Hawaiian Tiki Gods Kane and Lono. Kane is ancient god of light and life. Said to provide safe keeping. In agricultural and planting traditions, Kane was identified with the sun. Lono is ancient god of Fertility and Peace. Lono was identified with rain and food plants. Twin brother of KANALOA, who existed before the world was created.
All of our Totems and Tiki Statues are hand carved and waxed/oiled before shipping out. We have over 20 Totems to choose from so please check them out: CLICK HERE
]]>KU represents both negative and positive aspects. He stands for that which is upright and erect. He represents war, fishing, farming and the deep forest. He is the 'ihe (spear), the god of war who takes life away and the who brings forth life from the earth (Bishop Museum, Honolulu)
Approximate size of this stunning piece of art is 40 inches tall by 11 inches wide by 8 inches deep.
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]]>Octopus also known as He'e or Tako in Hawai'i. He'e is known to be associated with Tiki God Kanaloa (God of the Ocean). He'e also has many meanings like slip away, surf or flee.
This beautiful piece of art stands approximately 40 inches tall and 12 inches wide and carved out of monkey pod wood. Beautiful piece of art for that Octopus or Sea Life lovers and/or collectors. Great display for the office.
Please check out all of our Sea Life Carvings. We are adding more as we prepare them with stain or wax. To see what we have to offer CLICK HERE.
]]>Much of the Koa trees in the past were harvested with little or no attention to reforestation and resource management. Recently, the State of Hawaii has issued restrictions on the harvesting of these trees as reforestation projects continue to be implemented.
Above is our Koa Wood Honu Necklace featuring a Mother and her ke iki (child).
Though limited in its abundance, Koa is even more desirable in Hawaii for upscale furniture, woodwork, ukulele, ceremonial bowls and more. Today, more than ever, Koa continues to be a widely recognized symbol of prestige and coloring.
Above is our Hawaiian Ulua Koa Wood Necklace. Also know as a Papio in Hawaii and encompasses various members of the jack family.
Koa or Acacia Koa is a large tree, typically attaining a height of 49 to 82 feet and a spread of 20 - 39 feet. In deep volcanic ash, a koa tree can reach a height of 98 feet, a circumference of 20 feet, and a spread of 125 feet. It is one of the fastest-growing Hawaiian trees, capable of reaching 20 - 30 feet in five years on a good site.
Please check out our Koa Wood Jewelry. We have a one of the biggest selections around. KOA WOOD JEWELRY: CLICK HERE
]]>Honu Turtles or Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle is the only indigenous reptile found in Hawaii. Known in Hawaiian as “Honu,” the turtle symbolizes good luck, endurance and long life. Turtles represent the navigator and are a link between people, the land and the sea.
Please check out our Jade Fish Hooks and Necklaces. We will be adding more as they come in. CLICK HERE
]]>This is a classical Kona-Style image. Kona Style faces dominated by snarling mouths and extended nostrils with the parallel carved lines representing the beards.
The original is at Hawaii Museum, Hawaii. Traditional Kanaloa Tiki is God of Hope and Faith, Cleansing Tiki of Fresh Water, Fishing, Ocean and Abundance.
Please check out our Tiki Figures CLICK HERE
]]>Lono is one of the 4 major Tiki Gods of Hawaii. Hawaiian mythology say Lono is Tiki of Love, Luck and was celebrated as the People's God for he moved among the masses bring life and peace.
Kona style tiki with the headdress and high carved head size. This beautiful handmade tiki measures approximately 20 inches tall. Original is from Hawai'i Museum, Honolulu.
Check out all of our Tiki Figures and Totems. Figures CLICK HERE & Totems CLICK HERE. Mahalo for visiting Makana Hut and please take your time and browse all what we have to offer.
]]>Pictured above is our stained version of this 20" Totem. Makana Hut has this Totem in a Stained or Natural Finish. Will be hand waxed before shipping out.
Above is the Natural Totem. Kane and Kanaloa are two of the four major Tiki Gods of Hawai'i. Kane is god of Agriculture, Fish and Procreation. Kanaloa is god of Fishing, Water & Ocean. Carved by hand out of Monkey Pod Wood.
Please visit our About Tiki Gods page: CLICK HERE
]]>Pictured above is our Premium Hawaiian Axe Replica. Made from beautiful Black Rosewood. Measuring approximately 20-1/2 inches long by 6-1/4 inches wide.
Our Double Axe Club (Pictured Above) is a Polynesian Replica club, all hand made and carved. These clubs are solid wood and carved with great details as seen in image. Sennit fiber has been put on handle for that authentic feel.
Please take a look at all of Makana Hut's replica clubs at our Polynesian Replica Section: CLICK HERE for more information and all clubs in stock.
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Above is our 40 inch totem, these totems are heavy and solid with great detailed carvings. Has Hawaiian Pineapple on top with ALOHA below it. Aloha's real meaning is not just a greeting, it's means Love, Peace, and Compassion.
Above is our 60 Inch Aloha Tiki Totem, we call these our Hospitality Totems (Aloha and Pineapple). These Totems are carved out of a single Royal Palm Tree so works great outdoors and is the perfect Island-Style Décor for that pool area.
Above is the 20 inch version of this Totem. Perfect way to greet guest.
"Aloha is the key word to the universal spirit of real hospitality, which make Hawaii renowned as the world's center of understanding and fellowship. Try meeting or leaving people with aloha". Famous quote by Duke Kahanamoku.
Please check out the rest of our hand carved Totems: CLICK HERE
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Gecko's have spiritual meaning in the Islands, myth says they could communicate with the Gods and protect one Home. In the Hawaiian language Koa means brave, bold, fearless and warrior.
The Koa tree produces wood that is regarded as one of the most elegant and exotic of Hawaii's native woods and possesses ancient significance, giving the ring a special meaning. Recognized as one of the highest quality textured woods in the world, the use of Koa wood creates a ring that is light weight, comfortable, and brilliantly unique.
Pendant and Chain made with 925 Sterling Silver. 925 Sterling Silver means the silver is alloyed with 92.5% of pure silver and 7.5% of other metal (usually copper). It is the highest concentration of silver allowed in jewelry.
Please take a look at Makana Hut's Koa Wood Jewelry: VIEW HERE
]]>Makana Hut's collection of Pele tikis are made out of solid Acacia Koa wood, stained monkey pod. Called PELE, collected in Hawaii prior to 1879. The original lays in Musee de I'Homme, Paris.
This wild and fiery goddess is widely venerated in Hawaii and other parts of Polynesia. When eruptions threaten towns it is thought that Pele is angry. Her volcanoes are both destroyers and creators of the earth, since her flowing lava makes new land. Pele's husband, the Pig God Kamapua'a, is the inventor of agriculture. Notice the spouting "lava crest" of her comb headdress.
The image above is our Large Jade Flower Drop, hand carved by Artist Luke Gardiner from New Zealand's South Island. The Drop brings peace and serenity to the wearer and shows a person of great intelligence, sensitivity and spirituality, along with respect to the natural world.
Above is another just arrived Jade Necklace, our Dark Jade Koru Pendant handmade by Ross Crump one of New Zealand's best known and highly skilled master carvers. The spiral form is a Koru, which is the fern frond as it opens bringing new life and purity to the world. The closed outer circle is the circle of life. It also represents peace, tranquility, spirituality, family as well as regrowth or new beginnings/journey.
We have styles from Jade Shark Tooth, Fish Hooks (Matau) and of course Toki Pendants. The Toki or adze blade is the mark of an artist or creative person and the bringing together of head, hand and heart. The twist is an eternity symbol representing the joining of peoples and the many paths of life.
Please check out our Jade Collection CLICK HERE
]]>Above is our Lono 20 inch Kona Style Tiki. The image is possibly one of the finest kona-style images, presenting all of the dynamic qualities of the style and the abstraction of the headdress, hair and eyes, which in this instance are triangular, faceted elements set into the hair pattern.
Above picture is our 32 inch Tiki Totem featuring two deities Lono (Love) and Kanaloa (Ocean). Lono is also the fertility and music god who descended to Earth on a rainbow to marry Laka. In agricultural and planting traditions, Lono was identified with rain and food plants. Kanaloa is known as the Tiki of the ocean and fishing. God of Hope and Faith, Cleansing Tiki of fresh water.
More about Hawaiian Tiki Gods on our "About Tiki Gods" page.
Makana Hut's Lono and Akua Kai hand carved Tiki Mask is pictured above and stands approximately 40 inches tall. Akua means God and Love so this Tiki represents the realization of God's Mana or Power.
]]>This is a classical Kona-Style image. Kona Style faces dominated by snarling mouths and extended nostrils with the parallel carved lines representing the beards.
The ORIGINALis at Hawaii Museum, Hawaii. Hand carved Tiki God of Agriculture, Fish and Procreation from premium wood. Hand waxed before sending out.
This is a beautiful piece of art! For more information about Tiki Gods of Hawaii go to our About Tiki Gods Page. True piece of art and great for any Tiki Collector. More about Hawaiian Tiki Gods at our ABOUT TIKI GODS page.
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Carved out of Acacia wood and stands approximately 20 inches high. Hand rubbed to give a beautiful finish. Great details in this exquisite piece of art.
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]]>Kamehameha established his personal God as Ku-Ka'ili-moku, as the principal deity of the kingdom and dedicated the temples (Kona District in late 1700's) in honor of this Tiki God.
This figure is a Hawaiian Museum replica and is hand carved out of a solid piece of Monkey Pod wood.
Please visit all of our museum replica Tiki Figures. More info CLICK HERE
]]>This piece of Sea Life art is hand waxed and finished before sending out. Looks great in any room or in your office space.
Please check our all of our Sea Life Carvings. CLICK HERE
]]>This vintage looking ALOHA sign with hand carved Hawaiian Plumeria flowers on each side. Each letter of Aloha is raised along with the Hawaiian flowers.
All of our signs are handmade and painted. Great welcome signs to spread a little ALOHA.
The sign above is carved from Mahogany wood and has deep rich look. Hawaiian Plumeria Flowers surround ALOHA.
Into Surfing, this sign below has a vintage rustic look with couple of surfers.
Check out our ALOHA signs and bring that spirit to your Island-Style home. Click this link ALOHA SIGNS or just go to our Hawaiian Wooden Signs Section.
The ambassador of ALOHA is Duke Paoa Kahanamoku and we love his famous quote: In Hawai’i we greet friends, loved ones and strangers with Aloha, which means with LOVE. ALOHA is the key word to the universal spirit of real hospitality, which makes Hawai’i renowned as the world’s center of understanding and fellowship. Try meeting or leaving people with ALOHA. You’ll be surprised by their reaction. I believe it and it is my creed. ALOHA to you
]]>Above is our 40 inch North Shore Surf sign featuring a rope framing the sign and of course "North Shore" carved and painted on the face of some driftwood. And below is a sign with the famous Sunset Beach painted on a surfboard with a weathered look and measures approximately 40 inches tall.
We feature Aloha, Vintage Hawaiian, Surfing, Welcome Signs and more. We have E Komo Mai Signs carved from Hawaiian Koa Wood. Bring the Island Lifestyle to your own home. Check out our collection of Hawaiian wooden signs. You can CLICK HERE to learn more.
]]>KU represents both negative and positive aspects. He stands for that which is upright and erect. He represents war, fishing, farming and the deep forest. He is the 'ihe (spear), the god of war who takes life away and the who brings forth life from the earth (Bishop Museum, Honolulu)
KANALOA is known as the Tiki of the ocean and fishing. Kanaloa is one of the 4 major Tiki Gods in Hawaii.
For More information about Hawaiian Tiki Gods please visit our About Tiki God Page or CLICK HERE.
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