Tiki Niho (Tiki's tooth) - Cannibal Art
Tiki Niho (Tiki's tooth) - Cannibal Art
Tiki Niho (Tiki's tooth) - Cannibal Art
Tiki Niho (Tiki's tooth) - Cannibal Art

Tiki Niho

Tiki Niho is one of our most popular pendants. It combines Tiki as the fundamental design element in Marquesan culture with the teeth of a wild boar that are considered a valuable possession throughout its history. (Tiki Niho means Tiki's tooth in the Marquesan language.)

The placement of the teeth around the neck is considered paramount in protecting the most vulnerable part of the body from injury and it combines the properties of both an amulet and a talisman into one piece.

Tiki, on the other hand, represents deified ancestors or sometimes gods. Tiki also means creativity, fertility, and abundance. There is some uncertainty as to whether Tiki is a god or a human being; he is often regarded as both. It symbolizes protection against dangerous threats.

Tiki Niho was hand-carved in rosewood from our home valley of Hakaui and it comes with an elegant, adjustable black line.

For more details, contact us at hello@cannibal-art.com


Share this Product


More from this collection

Customer Review

Based on 6 reviews
100%
(6)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
S
Marquesan mask
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!

S
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.

E
Tiki Mio
Erik
PERFECT

ALWAYS NICE

E
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.

J
Cannibal Art T-shirt
Jared Storar

Great shirt and design