Hukumaro - Burnt Ash

Hukumaro - Burnt Ash | Shannon Turuwhenua

Shannon Turuwhenua explores the relationship between traditional Māori forms and the natural environment through handworked timber.

The Hukumaro - Burnt Ash is a contemporary wall sculpture featuring a sleek, tapered silhouette reminiscent of a traditional hoe.

The ash timber is deeply charred to a rich black finish, accented by three rhythmic circular cutouts at the base.

The head is bound with intricate black hand-lashed cord, a structural detail referencing ancestral navigation and binding techniques.

This work balances a bold, modern aesthetic with cultural narrative to celebrate the wairua of the material.

Introduce a sense of sophisticated sculptural elegance and heritage to your interior with this masterfully finished work.