Hine pū te hue is the atua of the hue (gourd) and is associated with peace and music. This piece refers to the dance she did in the aftermath of the battle between Tāwhirimātea and his brothers following the separation of Ranginui and Papatūānuku. She was sent out as a peacemaker and the wind blowing through her played a calming and melodic song that brought harmony and restored balance.
Materials: Acrylic, board
Diameter: 500 mm
Freight: Arranged by email
Brand
Hikurangi Edwards
Hikurangi Edwards is a Wellington-based kaiwhakairo peita (paint carver). Drawing from her rich whakapapa, she skillfully hand-carves traditional Māori designs into layers upon layers of paint. A technique she refers to as mahi whakairo peita, a modern play on the traditional whakairo art form.She continues to balance whānau life, her professional role and creative practice. Carving out time and paint to share her art and stories with the world. She aims to delve further into creative realms, building connections and nurturing a future sustained by her practice.
Te kori a Pū te hue
$1,850.00
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Description
Title: Te kori a Pū te hue
Artist: Hikurangi Edwards
Iwi: Ngāruahine, Ngāti Porou, Te Whānau ā Apanui, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kauwhata
Description: Painting
Hine pū te hue is the atua of the hue (gourd) and is associated with peace and music. This piece refers to the dance she did in the aftermath of the battle between Tāwhirimātea and his brothers following the separation of Ranginui and Papatūānuku. She was sent out as a peacemaker and the wind blowing through her played a calming and melodic song that brought harmony and restored balance.
Materials: Acrylic, board
Diameter: 500 mm
Freight: Arranged by email
Brand
Hikurangi Edwards
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