Mata Kaaea (Brown eye) - Cannibal Art
Mata Kaaea (Brown eye) - Cannibal Art
Mata Kaaea (Brown eye) - Cannibal Art
Mata Kaaea (Brown eye) - Cannibal Art

Mata Kaaea (Brown eye)

This elegant piece of jewelry displays the fundamental design element in Marquesan culture – Mata Tiki (the eye of a Tiki). Tiki represents etua (god) deified ancestors whose supernatural powers sustain and protect the community – and the eyes were the most supernaturally powerful element of the face. Tiki also means creativity, fertility, and abundance. This unique pendant combines the properties of both an amulet and a talisman into one piece.

Mata Kaaea (Brown eye) was hand-carved out of oceania rosewood from the Marquesan Island of Nuku Hiva and it comes with an elegant, adjustable black line.

Request a custom order and have your own talisman made for you. For more details, contact us at hello@cannibal-art.com 


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Steven S.

This piece has exceptional quality and I love the third eye in the forehead! I think that makes a one in a million piece! This is a true work of art!

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Tiki Tu Meama
Steven S.
Beyond satisfied

I recently had the pleasure of acquiring this hand-carved tiki from Tangy & Ana in Nuku Hiva, and I can’t express how delighted I am with this beautiful piece! The craftsmanship is truly exceptional; you can see the love and skill that went into every detail. Each curve and carving tells a story, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Tangy & Ana's attention to detail is remarkable. The tiki has a unique character that makes it a standout piece in my collection. It’s evident that they pour their heart into their work, and it certainly shows. I highly recommend their creations to anyone looking for a meaningful and stunning addition to their home. Thank you, Tangy & Ana, for sharing your artistry with the world!

Beautiful!

It's great to be able to support a local artist who creates such wonderful artwork.

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Tiki Mio
Erik
PERFECT

ALWAYS NICE

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Tiki Tama
Ethan
Outstanding commission!

After admiring the artwork on this site for some time I reached out to see if they would consider creating a piece similar in style to a previously sold piece I liked. Tangy and Ana went above and beyond and were kind enough to make an incredible Tiki Tama for me. The communication and shipping throughout was exceptional. I would highly encourage anyone interested to reach out as sculpture of this quality is not easy to find.

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Jared Storar

Great shirt and design