Glass Waihaika Olive Green

Glass Waihaika Olive Green  | Mike Cameron

In this significant work, Mike Cameron translates the traditional Māori wahaika (short club) into the luminous medium of cast gaffe glass.

By recreating this ancestral silhouette, Cameron explores the intersection of strength and fragility, transforming a historically powerful form into a translucent vessel of light and culture.

The piece features intricate surface detailing with patterns that flow across the blade, echoing traditional whakairo (carving).

The handle is expertly bound with a textured fibre wrap, providing a tactile contrast to the smooth, glowing glass.

Resting on a bespoke Totara wood base, this work stands as a sophisticated tribute to Aotearoa’s heritage, reimagined through a bold, contemporary lens.

Dimensions

Length - 500mm x Height - 170mm x Width - 85mm