Tiki Collection

Hei-Tiki Talisman
HEI-TIKI TALISMAN jade charm worn by Maoris to bring them good luck

A Tiki at Raroera Pah, New Zealand. Plate from The New Zealanders illustrated by George French Angas (1822-1886). Date: 1847

Cocktail fashion, 1958
A woman wearing a white lace cocktail dress by Bijou, enjoys a cocktail at what is now considered quite a kitsch, Tiki-style bar

A tiki umbrella on a palm tree trunk on Pinney's white sand beach. Nevis Island, West Indies

Ancestor Figure (tiki) (image 1 of 2), c.1800. Creator: Unknown
Ancestor Figure (tiki) (image 1 of 2), c.1800

Explorer Thor Heyerdahl with his wife Jacqueline - 3
Thor Heyerdahl 1914-2002 - Kon Tiki explorer - with his wife Jacqueline at his home in Tenerife, Canary Islands Date: 1995

Five Maori Tombs - New Zealand. Mausoleum of E Tohi, the mother of Rauparaha, on the Island of Mana, in Cook's Straits (top)

Pendant in the form of the god Hei-Tiki, late 18th century (nephrite)
BON83856 Pendant in the form of the god Hei-Tiki, late 18th century (nephrite) by Maori; height: 16 cm; Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; New Zealander, out of copyright

Portrait of a young Maori woman, Susan Rotorua, c. 1890
KDC384209 Portrait of a young Maori woman, Susan Rotorua, c.1890 (colour litho after an albumen print) by Martin, Josiah (1843-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Silhouette of an excited man jumping on black sand beach early morning sunrise in Santorini, Greece

Cover: The Voyage to New Zealand (1842 - 46), 1866. Creator: Charles Meryon
Cover: The Voyage to New Zealand (1842 - 46), 1866

KON-TIKI MUSEUM
The famous raft the Kon-Tiki, at the museum in Oslo. Thor Heyerdahl sailed across the Pacific (1947), proving that Polynesian settlers could have sailed from Polynesia to Peru. Date: 1960s

Three Tiki Figures
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Explorer Thor Heyerdahl - 7
Thor Heyerdahl 1914-2002 - Kon Tiki explorer at his home in Tenerife, Canary Islands. He is pictured on the Pyramids of Guimar, Tenerife Date: 1995

Explorer Thor Heyerdahl - 6
Thor Heyerdahl 1914-2002 - Kon Tiki explorer at his home in Tenerife, Canary Islands. Aged 80, he started digging a swimming pool in his garden - by hand Date: 1995

Explorer Thor Heyerdahl - 5
Thor Heyerdahl 1914-2002 - Kon Tiki explorer at his home in Tenerife, Canary Islands Date: 1995

Explorer Thor Heyerdahl - 4
Thor Heyerdahl 1914-2002 - Kon Tiki explorer at his home in Tenerife, Canary Islands Date: 1995

Explorer Thor Heyerdahl - 1
Thor Heyerdahl 1914-2002 - Kon Tiki explorer at his home in Tenerife, Canary Islands Date: 1995

Explorer Thor Heyerdahl - 2
Thor Heyerdahl 1914-2002 - Kon Tiki explorer at his home in Tenerife, Canary Islands Date: 1995

Pu uhonua, Place of Refuge, Big Island, Hawaii, Tiki Gods

Pu uhonua, Place of Refuge

The Hei-Tiki, 1923. Maori pendant. One of a series of WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards called Lucky Charms, (Bristol and London, 1923)

Protective Maori amulet, 19th century
A protective jade Tiki pendant, worn as an amulet at the throat of a Maori chief, now at the Horniman Museum in London, 19th century

Protective Maori Tiki amulet, 19th century
Protective Tiki amulet of jade, worn at the neck by a Maori chief. Now in the Horniman Museum in London, 19th century

Hawaiian totem pole in Maui, Hawaii

Hawaii, Big Island, Puuhonua O Honaunau, City Of Refuge, Close-Up Of Ki i In Front Of Blue Sky And Ocean

Carving Of A Face In City Of Refuge National Historical Park; Big Island, Hawaii, United States Of America

New Zealand Maori Ornaments and Decorations. They are an ear ornament, real or imitation teeth, grotesque figures (tiki), earrings, a tail feather, a shell, wooden combs, a fly catcher

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Tiki torches at Sunset on Poipu beach Kauai, Hawaii

Hawaii, Big Island, South Kona, Pu uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park. Tikis

Kona Hawaii Big Island tiki fire light over Ocean at Kailua-Kona beach at sunset peaceful relaxing

French Polynesia, Austral Islands, Raivavae. Moana Hei-Ata, historical carved stone tiki in jungle setting

ABC Islands - ARUBA - Palm Beach: Beach Chairs / Morning
ABC Islands, ARUBA, Palm Beach: Beach Chairs / Morning

Tiki Gardens, Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Colorful Tiki Gardens, showing " Little Kahona" God of the Birds at Suncoast City of Indian Rocks Beach

Fiji, Viti Levu, Lautoka. Tiki torch against evening sky

French Polynesia, Marquesas Islands, Nuku Hiva. Stone tiki representing a Polynesian supernatural power

Kon-Tiki Museum
A Viking ship, carved monolith and famous raft the Kon-Tiki, at the museum in Oslo. Thor Heyerdahl sailed across the Pacific on the Kon-tiki in 1947. Date: 1960s

Oceania, Tonga
Polynesia, Kingdom of Tonga. Close-up of tiki carving

French Polynesia, Moorea Tiki Polynesian village. Oyster shells / oyster farm; black pearls

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Tiki, the ancient Polynesian symbol of spirituality and protection, has captivated cultures for centuries. From the Hei-Tiki Talisman to the Tiki Gods in French Polynesia, these mystical carvings hold a deep significance. In Raroera Pah, New Zealand, a majestic Tiki stands tall as a guardian of Maori heritage. Its intricate design tells stories of ancestors and traditions passed down through generations. Similarly, Five Maori Tombs in New Zealand serve as sacred resting places for esteemed leaders who were revered during their time. The allure extends beyond its cultural roots. In 1958, cocktail fashion embraced this tropical icon with vibrant prints and accessories that exuded an exotic flair. It became synonymous with leisurely island getaways and carefree summer nights. Explorers like Thor Heyerdahl and his wife Jacqueline were drawn to Tiki's enigmatic charm during their expeditions across the Pacific Ocean. They encountered awe-inspiring statues such as Tiki Manuiotaa at Oipona archaeological site near Puamau—a testament to ancient civilizations' reverence for deities. From Tahiti's marae Arahurahu temple to Papeete's anthropomorphic sculptures, Tiki continues to inspire contemporary artistry in French Polynesia. These masterpieces showcase the fusion between traditional craftsmanship and modern aesthetics. One cannot overlook the captivating portrait from 1769—an image capturing a Maori Chief adorned with full facial Moko tattoos—symbolizing strength, identity, and connection to ancestral spirits. Tiki remains an enduring symbol that transcends time and borders—a representation of spiritual beliefs intertwined with artistic expression across various Pacific cultures. Whether it be talismans or temples adorned with these iconic figures—the mystique surrounding Tiki continues to fascinate those who seek meaning beyond what meets the eye.