Finding the Tether

Finding the Tether - Original Painting | Elizabeth Morrison

Celebrate authentic New Zealand artistry with Finding the Tether, a magnificent original painting hand-created by Elizabeth Morrison, finished with stitched thread in a nod to the art of raranga - weaving.

Inspired by our native landscape, the artwork depicts graceful silvereyes braving shifting winds to dance among golden harakeke flowers.

As a gentle zephyr moves the harakeke blooms, the tauhou (silvereye), try to catch them. Sometimes the blooms are unreachable. Sometimes tenacity wins.

The niho taniwha pattern (a series of triangles) is a visual representation of strength, protection, resilience and guardianship. It also signifies leadership, and the passing down of mātauranga and whakapapa.

Each delicate layer represents the quiet courage it takes to pursue what feels just out of reach until tenacity prevails.

Owning this singular creation means welcoming genuine Kiwi heritage and unmatched local craftsmanship into your living space.

Add this exclusive original directly to your cart today to bring the wild poetry of Aotearoa straight into your sanctuary.

Medium:
Oils on canvas with stitched thread

Dimensions: 
Width - 600mm x Height - 750mm x Depth x 35mm