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Marquesan motifs
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The patterns engraved by the Marquesan woodcarvers have a symbolic and cultural meaning which gives each object its own identity. The various organs of the Tiki - like circles for the eyes - are often drawn separately to represent several senses. The Marquesan cross embodies the balance between the elements and harmony. Ocean waves often complete the patterns.
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