{"product_id":"kokopu-earrings-carved-by-mathew-kiore","title":"Kokopu Earrings carved by Mathew Kiore","description":"Made from the Kokopu stone sourced from Taramakau River, West Coast, South Island NZ. It represents adaptability, resilience and finding our way. Calm, gentle energy. This carved stone resembles the native freshwater fish, kokopu.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMathew Kiore, a Dunedin-based carver of Ngati Maniapoto descent, breathes new life into these historic tools. Registered with Ngai Tahu, Mathew sources his materials, including pounamu, from the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. His carvings are not just art but a vital part of his work in mental health, fostering a deeper connection to the environment and promoting wellness. Through Kia Whai Hina, Mathew's mission is to make the world better by caring for self, family, community, and the environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 5.8cm long x 2.7cm wide at widest point.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the artistry and cultural heritage embodied in every one-off piece.","brand":"Wild at Heart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48342907060430,"sku":"018-00986","price":299.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/7002\/1582\/files\/001-018-00986-1.jpg?v=1789099658","url":"https:\/\/senseandwonder.co.nz\/products\/kokopu-earrings-carved-by-mathew-kiore","provider":"Sense \u0026 Wonder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}