  This wooden Tiki totem - will bring you Love... measures 6 inches tall by 2.5 inches (15 cm X 6cm). This hand carved and hand painted tiki totem is great as a gift, trophies or for your own collection. This beautiful LOVE Tiki Totem has been carefully hand crafted by an experienced artist and features realistic facial features. Great attention has been paid to color and detail. According to archeologists, the tiki god statues were a symbol of power, both religious and political to the Polynesian Islands. The large teeth and powerful presence is believed to ward off evil spirits. For centuries, tiki statues have been a form of communication across all cultures. They replicate human nature and depict a part of what we all are. In Polynesian culture it is believed that the tiki god was within the spirit of the statue. Whether statues have hypnotic powers that can protect us from the world of the spirits is intriguing... this is certainly a very dramatic piece. This substantial tiki statue would be great for any tropical decor theme. Also perfect for your tiki bar or luau to add a polynesian atmosphere! It would appeal to the tiki collector who is interested in Polynesian Culture and Oceanic Art. It's presence says to visitors: this guy digs this crazy art! Also a wonderful gift idea with MUCH ALOHA! Shipping Cost to Continental USA: $12.50. Please contact us for other locations. |
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