{"product_id":"whopper-60cm-maori-fish-hook-trophy","title":"Whopper 60cm Maori Fish Hook Trophy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Whopper 60cm Maori Fish Hook Trophy is an absolute stunner.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 60cm (23 1\/2\") tall, it is a really tall, standout piece to adorn your home or to gift to someone very, very special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect trophy or ornament, it would be a great corporate or business gift, retirement gift, wedding gift, birthday gift, anniversary present, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned and made in New Zealand, the trophy is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econtemporary representation of Te Matau a Maui (The fish hook of Maui). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Matau trophy has an intricate design, and super fine detail. It is made from tropical hardwood veneer plywood and medium density fiberboard (mdf). The fish hook is further embellished with Faux fur, as well as NZ Paua \u0026amp; Mother of Pearl laminate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a truly beautiful trophy or ornament, and a fabulous souvenir of New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maori Fish Hook carries a spiritual meaning, one of peace, good health, prosperity, and safe travel over water.  So it makes a fantastic trophy or ornament for any recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design inspiration came from \u003cspan\u003eancient Maori folklore, particularly the exploits of Maui (half God\/half man).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaui stowed away when his four older brothers went out in their waka (canoe) to fish. When they were far from land Maui revealed himself and convinced his brothers  to paddle further out to the deepest sea, where the fish would be in abundance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaui carried an enchanted fish hook, which he had fashioned from the jawbone of his great grandmother.  It had paua (abalone) shell eyes to see to the depths of the ocean,  and a tuft of dog hair to keep the hook warm in the freezing depths and to retain the scent of the bait (blood from his nose).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs soon as Maui cast his fishing line, the hook descended to the ocean floor, where it was devoured by a giant fish. The ocean foamed and boiled as Maui struggled with all his strength to land the fish. Finally the fish yielded and floated to the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat fish became New Zealand's North Island, Te Ika-a-Maui (the fish of Maui) , and the waka Te Waka a Maui (The canoe of Maui) is known as our South Island. Stewart Island is Te Punga a Maui (Maui's anchor).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTe Matau a Māui represents not only the land, but also prosperity, and safe passage over water. It denotes the importance of fishing to Māori and their relationship with Tangaroa (God of the sea).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant it engraved for a special occasion?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose between the trophy only, or a trophy with an engraved gold or black plaque. Up to 16 words can be engraved on the plaque.  Enter those words in the box that opens up once you choose the engraved option.  Allow 3-4 days for engraving to be done.  Please note that engraved items cannot be returned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProudly made in New Zealand, and shipped worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopNZ","offers":[{"title":"Trophy Only","offer_id":44352345473102,"sku":"biz1789709789185","price":186.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plus Gold Engraved Plaque","offer_id":44352345505870,"sku":"iyv1789709789186","price":207.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plus Gold Engraved Plaque Front\/Back","offer_id":44352345538638,"sku":"bjk1789709789187","price":215.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plus Black Engraved Plaque","offer_id":44352345571406,"sku":"twk1789709789188","price":186.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plus Black Engraved Plaque Front\/Back","offer_id":44352345604174,"sku":"unx1789709789189","price":224.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/4801\/2366\/files\/whopper-60cm-maori-fish-hook-trophy_1.jpg?v=1789709795","url":"https:\/\/rooftopclad.shop\/products\/whopper-60cm-maori-fish-hook-trophy","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}